Job Description

This is a remote position.
Job Title: Palo Alto Network Security Specialist (NGFW Engineer)
Job Type: Freelance
Work Mode: Remote
Duration: Standard
Experience: 10+ years
Job Role
Design, implement, configure, and manage Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) solutions
Perform policy configuration, rule base design, and traffic filtering on enterprise networks
Handle firewall migration, upgrades, and HA (High Availability) setup
Conduct security assessments, risk analysis, and incident response related to firewall infrastructure
Collaborate with SOC/NOC teams to ensure network security posture is up to date
Generate reports, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with security standards
Key Skills
Strong experience with Palo Alto NGFW (PAN-OS, Panorama)
Expertise in Security Policies, NAT, VPN (IPSec/SSL), URL Filtering, App-ID, Content-ID
Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF)
Knowledge of firewall clustering, HA, and load balancing concepts
Experience with threat prevention, WildFire, and logging/reporting tools
Good understanding of network security architecture and best practices
Certifications preferred: PCNSE / PCNSA / CCNP Security

Skills Required