Network Firewall Admin - Palo Alto

Position: Information Security Analyst
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Duration: Contract
Job ID: 170084

Job Overview:
The Information Security Analyst will play a critical role in implementing, maintaining, and supporting the operational security of a large enterprise network. This position requires expertise in network firewall administration, troubleshooting, and adherence to cybersecurity best practices. The role involves a hybrid work schedule, alternating between on-site and remote work, and requires collaboration with end users, teammates, and leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain, and provide operational support for enterprise network firewalls.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues in production environments.
• Perform maintenance, upgrades, and changes on production firewalls.
• Troubleshoot and remediate issues related to network infrastructure and systems.
• Complete project-related tasks in a timely manner with high quality.
• Follow documented processes, procedures, and policies.
• Create and modify process documentation as necessary.
• Collaborate daily with end users, teammates, and leadership.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation with other team members.
• Perform other firewall-related duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of firewall management experience.
• Strong understanding of complex Palo Alto firewall deployments (e.g., VSYSes, Multi-VR, VM deployments).
• Experience scripting changes in firewall and/or networking equipment.
• Automation knowledge and experience (preferred).
• Compliance knowledge and experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with Agile methodology (preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and independence in problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent job experience.
• Understanding of current cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience managing firewalls across a large enterprise, including remote deployments.
• Proven ability to complete strategic infrastructure projects effectively.
• Commitment to customer service excellence.
• Strict adherence to change management policies and procedures.

About PTR Global: PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit www.ptrglobal.com

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Pay Range: $38 - $40

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work.

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