Network & Firewall Engineer Palo Alto Specialist Pune (India)

Permanent Position :-Nityo infotect

Client:-MNC(Singapore Based)

Project Duration:-6Months (Can Renewable)

Job Title: Network & Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto Specialist)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Firewall Engineer with strong expertise in network infrastructure and hands-on experience managing firewalls, particularly Palo Alto firewalls. The ideal candidate will ensure the security, stability, and efficiency of our network infrastructure while supporting ongoing projects and day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, and manage Palo Alto firewalls and related security policies.

Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance and security.

Implement, manage, and maintain network infrastructure including routing, switching, and VPN solutions.

Perform firewall rule reviews, updates, and optimization to maintain compliance and security.

Collaborate with IT, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure secure connectivity across settings.

Conduct regular network and firewall audits, risk assessments, and incident response activities.

Provide technical support, documentation, and knowledge transfer to team members.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, VLANs, VPNs, etc.).

Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls (configuration, troubleshooting, security policies, Panorama).

Positive understanding of network security concepts, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and threat analysis.

Experience in managing enterprise-level LAN, WAN, and VPN infrastructures.

Familiarity with firewall migration, upgrades, and policy optimization.

Robust troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Palo Alto certifications (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE) highly desirable.

Experience with other Network/firewall/security platforms (Meraki, Fortinet, Check Point) is a plus.

Knowledge of cloud networking and security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is an advantage. .