Senior Security Engineer (Firewall) - Mid-Atlantic region

Senior Security Engineer – Firewall Configuration Specialist

Role and Responsibilities:

• Palo Alto & Checkpoint (Cloud) Firewall Configuration and Engineering:
• Design, implement, and manage firewall policies across Palo Alto and Checkpoint (Cloud) virtual firewalls
• Configure and optimize firewall rules to meet business and security requirements
• Implement security best practices for firewall configurations and policy management
• Prisma Access Deployment and Management:
• Configure and manage Prisma Access for secure remote access and cloud-delivered security services
• Implement and optimize Prisma Access policies and configurations
• Integrate Prisma Access with existing security infrastructure
• Centralized Firewall Management:
• Utilize Strata Cloud Manager for centralized firewall management and configuration
• Leverage Palo Alto Networks Panorama for policy deployment and management across multiple firewalls
• Manage Checkpoint Cloud configurations through centralized management platforms
• Day-to-Day Firewall Operations:
• Process and implement firewall change requests following change control procedures
• Troubleshoot firewall connectivity and policy issues
• Perform firewall configuration updates and enhancements
• Collaborate with network and security teams on firewall-related projects
• Firewall Management Tools:
• Utilize Strata Cloud Manager and FireMon Security Manager for configuration management
• Leverage existing tools for policy deployment and operational efficiency

Required Experience, Skills, Certifications:

• 5+ years of Network Security experience (Enterprise network experience preferred)
• Strong/Expert Level Palo Alto and Checkpoint (Cloud) firewall configuration/engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with Prisma Access configuration and deployment
• User Experience with Palo Alto Networks Panorama for centralized management
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Associate (PCCSA) or higher certification
• Strong Routing and Switching knowledge with Firewall integration
• Experience managing Large Firewall Deployments (50+ Firewalls)
• User Experience with Splunk for log analysis and troubleshooting
• Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes

Nice to have:

• Strata Cloud Manager experience (strong plus)
• FireMon Security Manager and Other Modules
• Tufin or Similar Firewall Automation Experience
• Azure Networking Experience
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks Automation Tools (e.g., Palo Alto Networks Automation API, Terraform)
• Integration experience with Palo Alto Networks and other security solutions (e.g., Threat Prevention, URL Filtering, DNS Security)
• Experience with firewall rule optimization and cleanup projects

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Why GuidePoint?

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option