Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto
Arlington, Virginia
Experience: 0
Category: Information Technology
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: ALTA IT Services
Compensation Range: 105000.00 - 110000.00 Per Hour
Job ID: 343564
Date Posted: 11/20/2025
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/a1ZcCI
Network Security Engineer – Palo Alto
Contract to Hire
Per federal contract requirements must be a U.S. citizen
Clearance: Successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation and/or a Public Trust clearance is required
Location: On-site Arlington, VA / Dallas, TX
W2 Hourly Contract Rate: $60 to $65/hr. range. Benefits available
Conversion Salary: $105,000 to $110,00 range annually, plus benefits
The Network Security Engineer role requires extensive Palo Alto Panorama, Firewalls, and Global Protect experience, along with extensive networking experience. Palo Alto Prisma Access and Zero Trust Network Access knowledge and experience are highly desired. A Network Security Engineer is responsible for providing architectural, technical, and problem resolution support for a Federal Agency network and security infrastructure that promotes a secure and scalable environment that aligns with the security requirements of our customer.
The Network Security Engineer will also focus on both the short-term and the long-term strategy, recommend technology solutions and improvements to the network and security-related environments, and be responsible for delivering clear, concise, timely communications that promote confidence in our team’s ability to deliver operational excellence. They also perform Tier III “Build and Run” activities across multiple network and security environments, and review and recommend configuration changes, as needed.
The day-to-day responsibilities include the design, implementation, operations, troubleshooting, and resolution activities across multiple domains. They may be required to participate in system upgrades, deployments, and enhancements while focusing on delivery objectives, critical issues, and policy adherence. All Network Security Team members periodically work after hours to support system outages and critical infrastructure upgrades. This position may also require an on-site presence one or more days per week.
EDUCATION
BS Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience (required)
EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of relevant technical Network/Security Engineering experience (required)
CERTIFICATIONS: Desire three or more of the following: CCNP, CCDP, CCSP, CISSP, OSCP, PCNSE, PCNSA, ITIL
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls (ex, 3200 and 5200/5400/5600 series)
- Extensive experience with Palo Alto Panorama 9.x and above
- Extensive experience with Palo Alto Global Protect
- Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewall Threat Protection, URL filtering, and other similar security features
- Extensive experience with decryption/TLS/Security Profiles/PKI and deep understanding of PCAPS
- Extensive experience with application-based traffic and designing solutions for Firewalling (Internal/Perimeter/External)
- Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Access-based Infrastructure, supporting multiple Data Centers and numerous offices
Desired Skills and Abilities:
- Vendor hardware and software support, such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and others
- Data Center, WAN, LAN, WLAN, Firewall, and Load Balancer systems and support
- Analysis and forensic tools, along with effective troubleshooting of ingress/egress and zoned traffic
- Azure Infrastructure and understanding Azure VNETs, Routing, and Firewalling
- Microsoft Entra ID and SAML authentication
- Laptop setup and configurations
- Implementing ZTNA with an understanding of all integration points of the ZT pillars, such as endpoint, identity, and workloads
- Developing ZT security policies that incorporate telemetry from identity systems, endpoints, and external management systems
- Whitelisting IP space for various project teams to access external vendors and to ensure safe and secure connectivity
- Creating Zones and Policies for various network segments and troubleshooting connectivity across Security Zones
- Work with internal applications teams, design, and implement an appropriate ZTNA program with PA Prisma Access
- Develop documents that describe design, security controls, and operational manuals
- Develop and participate in internal and external testing of applicable applications to ensure that sufficient security is in place ?
- Effective time management and organizational skills, and the ability to translate technical issues for business users
- Work independently as well as in a team environment with effective interpersonal communication skills
- Analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Support InfoSec Standards and Best Practices
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and looks for ways to do things more effectively (Current Mode/Future Mode)
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation and/or a Public Trust clearance.
Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Location: Arlington, VA / Dallas, TX
Please contact Melissa McNally via mmcnally@altaits.com for more information.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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