Firewall Administrator

Requirements

• We are looking for a mid-level firewall professional with 4 to 5 years of hands‑on experience, including at least 3 years working specifically with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• We need strong practical knowledge of Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switches, and ASA firewalls.
• We value proficiency in Panorama for centralized firewall administration.
• We require a solid grasp of TCP/IP, routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, VLANs, and network segmentation.
• Experience with VPN solutions, including IPsec, SSL VPN, and Global Protect, is important.
• Familiarity with core security principles and frameworks such as Zero Trust, defense‑in‑depth, and least privilege is expected.
• Experience using change management workflows and ticketing platforms such as Service Now or Jira is required.
• Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• A bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as PCNSE, CCNA, or CCNP Security are highly desirable.
• Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk or QRadar is a plus.
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation is an advantage.
• Familiarity with cloud security platforms, including AWS, Azure, and Prisma Access, is beneficial.
• Experience in regulated environments such as PCI‑DSS, HIPAA, or SOX is preferred.

• We administer, configure, and support Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama management systems.
• We design and maintain security policies, NAT rules, and VPN configurations for both site‑to‑site and remote access connectivity.
• We monitor firewall health and performance, review logs, and respond promptly to security alerts and incidents.
• We carry out firewall upgrades, patches, and content updates while minimizing disruption to operations.
• We manage and troubleshoot Cisco network equipment, including routers, switches, and ASA firewalls.
• We review firewall rules, perform audits, and clean up outdated or unnecessary entries to maintain an efficient rule base.
• We implement and maintain Palo Alto features such as App‑, User‑, Content‑, and URL filtering.
• We partner with security and network engineering teams to build secure network architectures.
• We document configurations, procedures, and system changes in line with change management standards.
• We support incident response efforts and contribute to security investigations as needed.
• We provide rotational on‑call support for urgent network and security issues.

We are a network security‑focused organization seeking a Firewall Administrator with a strong Palo Alto background and solid Cisco experience to help protect our network perimeter and maintain the integrity of our infrastructure. This is a full‑time, in‑person role with a salary range of $71,000 to $90,000 per year.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental, health, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, professional development support, and a referral program. We value collaboration, operational excellence, and secure‑by‑design thinking, and our team works closely across security and network engineering functions.