Senior Firewall Engineer - Network Security

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Job Title: Firewall Engineer- Network Security

Location: Westlake, TX 76262

Work Type: 100% Onsite

Contract Length: 12+ Months

Pay: 50-60 an hr on W2

***SEEKING TRUE FIREWALL ENGINEER- must have strong Palo Alto and Fortinet experience along with troubleshooting.***

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Firewall Engineer with deep expertise in Network Security and hands-on experience with enterprise firewall platforms, including Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet.

This role requires a self-driven security professional with strong troubleshooting capabilities, excellent communication skills, and experience with automation and DevOps-aligned environments. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in designing, maintaining, and securing a robust enterprise firewall infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions using Palo Alto and Fortinet platforms.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize firewall policies, VPNs, NAT, and security rules.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of network security and connectivity issues.
• Partner with network, infrastructure, and security teams to integrate firewalls into the broader enterprise architecture.
• Conduct recurring audits, compliance validations, and security posture assessments.
• Automate firewall operations and workflows using Python or comparable scripting languages.
• Participate in formal change management processes and maintain accurate configuration documentation.
• Monitor emerging threats and recommend proactive security controls and enhancements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Network Security and Firewall Administration
• Strong expertise with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls
• Deep understanding of:
• TCP/IP
• Routing & Switching
• VPN Technologies
• Network Security Protocols
• Advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
• Experience working in DevOps-aligned environments
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and integration
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications such as:
• PCNSE
• Fortinet NSE
• Experience supporting cloud and hybrid security environments
• Exposure to infrastructure automation and network-as-code practices