Nityo Infotech
Website:
nityo.com
Job details:
Job Title: Network & Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto Specialist)
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Firewall Engineer with strong expertise in network infrastructure and hands-on experience managing firewalls, particularly Palo Alto firewalls. The ideal candidate will ensure the security, stability, and efficiency of our network infrastructure while supporting ongoing projects and day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, configure, and manage Palo Alto firewalls and related security policies.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance and security.
- Implement, manage, and maintain network infrastructure including routing, switching, and VPN solutions.
- Perform firewall rule reviews, updates, and optimization to maintain compliance and security.
- Collaborate with IT, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure secure connectivity across environments.
- Conduct regular network and firewall audits, risk assessments, and incident response activities.
- Provide technical support, documentation, and knowledge transfer to team members.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, VLANs, VPNs, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls (configuration, troubleshooting, security policies, Panorama).
- Good understanding of network security concepts, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and threat analysis.
- Experience in managing enterprise-level LAN, WAN, and VPN infrastructures.
- Familiarity with firewall migration, upgrades, and policy optimization.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Palo Alto certifications (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE) highly desirable.
- Experience with other Network/firewall/security platforms (Meraki, Fortinet, Check Point) is a plus.
- Knowledge of cloud networking and security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is an advantage.
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