True Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that said outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built, a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top tier services to our customers. In 2023, True Zero was recognized as a “Best Places to Work” in two categories ("Prosperous and Thriving" ($5MM – $50MM in gross revenue) and "Mid-Atlantic Region" (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)) and in 2022, was recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 5000 Fastest Growing Companies.
## Senior Palo Alto Networks Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Senior Palo Alto Networks Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and support of Palo Alto Networks security solutions across our enterprise environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, configure, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls, Panorama management system, GlobalProtect VPN, and other related security solutions
- Develop and implement security policies, rules, and objects to ensure optimal network protection and performance
- Monitor and analyze network traffic, security events, and logs to identify and mitigate potential threats
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Palo Alto Networks solutions with other security tools and infrastructure components
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
- Participate in project planning, implementation, and documentation efforts
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Palo Alto Networks technologies, best practices, and security trends
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to Palo Alto Networks products and services
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of security processes and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with Palo Alto Networks security solutions, including firewalls, Panorama, GlobalProtect, and related technologies
- Proven expertise in network security principles, protocols, and best practices
- Strong understanding of network architectures, routing, and switching concepts
- Hands-on experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Palo Alto Networks certifications (e.g., PCCNSE, PCCSA, PCNSE) are highly preferred
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud security solutions (e.g., Palo Alto Networks Prisma Cloud, Prisma Access)
- Knowledge of security information and event management (SIEM) tools
- Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices
- Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, NIST)
- Zero Trust Architecture, Design, and Deployment Experience
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We’re actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference. As a True Zero team member, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary, paid twice per month
- Best in class medical coverage
- 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
- Company wide new business incentive programs
- Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
- 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
- 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
- Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
- Paternity/Maternity Leave
- Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills