PALO ALTO ENGINEER (NGFW)- job post

March 6, 2026

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1.41.4 out of 5 stars

United States•Remote

Full-time

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SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly specialized Palo Alto Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) Engineer with expertise in complex environments to join company team. The Palo Alto NGFW Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining network security infrastructure tailored for one of our Federal client’s complex environments. The Palo Alto NGFW Engineer will configure, implement, administer,maintain the suite of Palo Alto NGFWs to include SSL decryptioninspection of all inboundoutbound web traffic with inline service chaintraffic forwarding, reviewmake recommendations on all exceptions to Palo Alto rule configurationsimplement as appropriate. Integrate Wildfire analysis into decrypted SMTP traffic flow, and enhance threat detection capabilities by configuringtuning the NGFW against knownunknown threats. This role demands an exceptional understanding of advanced network security practices and hands-on proficiency in Palo Alto NGFW configurations within intricate settings.

DUTIESRESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Architect, configure and oversee Palo Alto NGFWs, customizing security solutions for the unique requirements of the Federal client.
  • Configure, implement, administer, and maintain PA NGFW to include decryption and inspection of all inbound and outbound web traffic with inline service chain and traffic forwarding,
  • Craft, administer, and optimize intricate security policies, rules, and access controls specific to Palo Alto firewall settings, addressing the client’s complex network architecture.
  • Review and make recommendations on all exceptions to Palo Alto NGFW rule configurations and implement them as appropriate.
  • Integrate Wildfire analysis into decrypted SMTP traffic flow.
  • Enhance threat detection capabilities by configuring and tuning th e NGFW against known and unknown threats.
  • Expand PA coverage with full implementation for all client’s environments. Ensure PA logging ties user-IDs to traffic, and logs are fed into the client’s SIEM architecture as well as passive network inspection tools.
  • Conduct vigilant monitoring of network traffic and security alerts within the client’s context, swiftly responding to and mitigating sophisticated security threats.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, adapting network security strategies to suit client’s multifaceted environment and unique challenges.
  • Provide expert technical support and rapid troubleshooting for Palo Alto NGFW-related issues tailored to client’s specific setup.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve service requests and submit and implement change requests as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5 years of hands-on experience in network security engineering with 3 years of Palo Alto experience.

EDUCATION:

  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
    • Experience may be considered as a substitute for the degree requirement.

CERTIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of one (1) Palo Alto Technical (Engineering or Administrator) Certification is required, such as PCNSA.

CLEARANCE:

  • Minimum Background Investigation (MBI).

LOCATION:

  • Remote (Initial onboarding in Arlington, VA)
  • Minimal travel may be required if requested by the agency.

HOURS:

  • 8:00 am ET – 4:30 am ET