Firewall Engineer; Palo Alto, Fortinet, Troubleshooting

Network Security Engineer (Firewall, Palo Alto, Fortinet, VPN, Network Security)

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$50.00/hr - $60.00/hr

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S3/Strategic Staffing Solutions has a Network Security Engineering opportunity for a leading Financial Services client in Westlake, TX on a hybrid basis. Please read further if you are interested in joining a leading organization.

Location:

Westlake, TX - Hybrid - 3x on site and 2x remote

Duration: 2 years W2 contract to hire (
MUST BE USC OR GC HOLDER FOR THIS POSITION
)

Pay Rate: $40-50/hr w2.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Firewall Engineer with strong expertise in Network Security and hands‑on experience with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls. The ideal candidate will possess excellent troubleshooting abilities, strong communication skills, and familiarity with Dev Ops practices and scripting languages such as Python. This role requires a self‑driven professional who can work independently and collaboratively to ensure robust security infrastructure.

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions using Palo Alto and Fortinet platforms.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize firewall policies, VPNs, and security rules.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of network security issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate firewalls into enterprise architecture.
• Conduct regular audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to security standards.
• Automate firewall tasks and workflows using Python or similar scripting languages.
• Participate in change management processes and document configurations accurately.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend proactive security measures.

• 4+ years of experience in Network Security and firewall administration.
• Hands‑on expertise with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, and network protocols.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Dev Ops tools and automation practices.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python for automation and integration.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Relevant certifications such as PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) or Fortinet NSE.
• Experience with cloud security and firewall integration in hybrid environments.

Mid‑Senior level

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Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting and Financial Services

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