What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Palo Alto Firewall Engineer position at Avenue Code, LLC?
Job Details
Seeking an experienced Palo Alto Firewall Engineer to help with ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of the enterprise network infrastructure. This role requires extensive expertise in configuring, managing, and optimizing Palo Alto Networks technologies including Strata Cloud Manager, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, Panorama, and Palo Alto's SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions as well as being able to work on-premises and in cloud-based environments, that ensure seamless integration and robust security across all platforms. Additionally, the Palo Alto Firewall Engineer will need to:
- Deploy, configure, and manage Palo Alto firewalls across on-premises and cloud environments
- Implement and maintain security policies, access controls, and NAT rules to meet organizational requirements
- Optimize firewall performance and ensure high availability
- Administer and manage Palo Alto's Prisma Access for secure remote access solutions
- Utilize Strata Cloud Manager to monitor and manage distributed firewalls
- Implement and support Palo Alto's SASE products to ensure secure access for users across hybrid environments
- Monitor network traffic for anomalies using Panorama and other tools to ensure proactive threat detection
- Troubleshoot complex network security issues, including VPNs (GlobalProtect), connectivity problems, and policy conflicts
- Perform regular audits of firewall configuration to ensure compliance with security standards
- Develop scripts or use automation tools to streamline firewall management tasks (e.g. policy updates, log analysis).C
- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to design secure network architectures that align with business goals.
- Maintain detailed technical documentation, including network diagrams, change logs, and SOPs.
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Salary : $70 - $80
