Network Security Palo Alto

Key Responsibilities :

• Palo Alto Firewall Configuration & Management : Install, configure, and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls and related security appliances, ensuring they meet the organization's security needs.
• Network Security Monitoring : Monitor network security traffic to detect and respond to threats using Palo Alto technologies like Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) , Threat Prevention , IPS / IDS , and URL Filtering .
• Access Control & VPN Management : Configure and manage Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, including SSL VPN and IPsec VPN solutions, ensuring secure access for remote users.
• Policy Creation and Tuning : Create and maintain security policies based on business requirements and best practices, and fine-tune existing policies to ensure the right balance between security and performance.
• Incident Response & Troubleshooting : Investigate security incidents, analyze logs, and conduct forensic analysis to identify vulnerabilities or security breaches. Work with other teams to resolve incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Network Traffic Analysis : Use Palo Alto's monitoring tools (e.g., Panorama , WildFire ) to analyze traffic flows, identify patterns, and proactively prevent attacks.
• Security Vulnerability Management : Identify and patch vulnerabilities in network devices and infrastructure through regular updates and system patches.
• Performance Optimization : Optimize security appliances for maximum performance and efficiency, ensuring minimal impact on network speed and service availability.
• Compliance and Documentation : Ensure compliance with security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR). Document network security configurations, policies, and incident resolutions.
• Collaboration & Training : Work closely with other IT and security teams to improve the overall security posture of the organization. Provide training to internal teams on security best practices and the use of network security tools.
• Threat Intelligence : Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and vulnerabilities related to Palo Alto devices and the broader network security landscape. Proactively apply threat intelligence feeds to bolster defenses.
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity : Participate in planning and testing disaster recovery and business continuity procedures related to network security.

Required Qualifications & Skills :

Skills Required

Aws, Azure, Gcp, Splunk, Qradar