Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alpha Consulting Corp. is seeking a Network Security Engineer to manage and implement security measures using Palo Alto Firewalls. The role involves configuring firewalls, managing SSL decryption, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
Responsibilities
- Firewall Network Security Management
- Configure| deploy| and manage Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
- Implement and maintain security policies| NAT| VPNs (IPSecSSL)| and high availability configurations
- Perform rule base optimization| firewall audits| and policy standardization
- Troubleshoot connectivity and security-related issues across enterprise environments
- Palo Alto Solutions Administration
- Manage and support Palo Alto ecosystem components including
- Panorama (centralized management)
- GlobalProtect (remote access VPN)
- WildFire (advanced threat detection)Configure application-aware and user-based policies (App-ID| User-ID).Apply URL filtering| anti-malware| and threat prevention profiles
- Handle firmware upgrades| patches| and device lifecycle management
- Design and implement SSLTLS decryption strategies (inbound and outbound)
- Configure forward proxy and inbound inspection for encrypted traffic
- Manage certificates| PKI infrastructure| and trust chains for decryption deployment
- Monitor decrypted traffic for threats while maintaining privacy and compliance
- Troubleshoot SSL decryption failures| certificate issues| and application compatibility
- Ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements during decryption
Skills
- Hands on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls (PA Series, Panorama)
- Hands on experience - Firewall technologies (NGFW, IPS/IDS)
- Hands on experience - SSL/TLS Decryption and certificate management
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS protocols
- Network routing and switching (BGP, OSPF)
- VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
- Experience handling encrypted traffic inspection and security implications
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS protocols
- Network routing and switching (BGP, OSPF)
- VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
- Proficiency in Service Now
- STEM education preferred
- Palo Alto Certifications PCNSA (Network Security Administrator)
- PCNSE (Network Security Engineer)
- Other relevant certifications CCNA CCNP Security
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and firewall integrations is a plus
- Automation using Python, Ansible, or APIs
Benefits
- Inclusive and diverse work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
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