Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with enterprise-grade security platforms including Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, Netscout, Checkpoint, Netskope, Forcepoint, Symantec, and more.

You'll be responsible for strengthening our clients' security posture across networks, applications, endpoints, virtualization, and cloud environments. This role demands strong expertise in proxy, firewalls, load balancers, WAF, email security, DDoS, and DLP technologies.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, deploy, and manage network and application security solutions (firewalls, WAFs, load balancers, switches, VPNs).
• Implement and administer Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and email security tools to prevent data exfiltration and protect communications.
• Secure virtualized environments (VMware) and manage endpoint protection platforms.
• Configure and maintain SIEM and SOAR systems for real-time threat detection, response, and automation.
• Lead the configuration and daily operation of network security devices from key OEMs including Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, Netscout, and Checkpoint.
• Perform security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing to proactively identify risks.
• Define and enforce security policies and best practices aligned with industry standards.
• Investigate and resolve security incidents and provide incident reports and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to implement secure network architectures.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies in the security landscape.

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Tools : NGFWs, Endpoint & Mobile Security

Skills : Unified threat management, identity-based policy

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Preferred certifications : CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCNA Security, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE.

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