Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall

Description :

We are looking for an experienced Network Security Engineer with strong expertise in firewall management, VPNs, and enterprise networking. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Palo Alto and Sophos firewalls, along with solid knowledge of HPE Aruba switching and routing, to ensure secure and reliable network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure

- Configure and maintain Palo Alto and Sophos firewalls

- Set up and manage VPNs (IPSec, SSL VPN, site-to-site, remote access)

- Monitor and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities

- Implement and maintain network access control and segmentation

- Configure and troubleshoot HPE Aruba switches and routing protocols

- Manage VLANs, ACLs, NAT, and firewall policies

- Perform network performance monitoring and optimization

- Conduct periodic security audits, patching, and compliance checks

- Collaborate with Internal teams for secure infrastructure design

- Maintain documentation for configurations and security policies

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or B.Tech (or equivalent)

- 4- 6 years of experience in network security and administration

- Hands-on experience with Palo Alto and Sophos firewalls

- Strong understanding of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL, site-to-site)

- Experience with HPE Aruba switching and routing

- Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols like OSPF/BGP)

- Experience with NAT, ACLs, IDS/IPS, and security policies

- Familiarity with network monitoring and security tools

- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications :

- Certifications such as :

1. Palo Alto (PCNSA/PCNSE)

2. Sophos Certified Engineer

3. CCNA / CCNP / Aruba certifications

- Experience in data center or enterprise network environments

- Exposure to cloud networking (AWS/Azure security groups, VPNs)

Soft Skills :

- Strong communication and documentation skills

- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

- Proactive approach to security and problem-solving

- Attention to detail and ownership mindset