We are looking for a Security Network Engineer to join a Contract engagement in Concord, North Carolina. This role will provide senior-level expertise in Palo Alto security architecture, helping shape the design approach for a newly acquired firewall environment and validating the best path for implementation. The engineer will serve as a trusted technical advisor, partnering with internal infrastructure stakeholders to strengthen network security across multiple locations. This opportunity is ideal for someone who combines hands-on knowledge with strategic guidance in complex enterprise environments. No 3rd parties and must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the current Palo Alto hardware landscape and broader network topology to identify design considerations and implementation priorities.
• Develop the logical architecture for the firewall solution, ensuring the design supports security, performance, and future growth.
• Recommend effective deployment strategies and configuration approaches for Palo Alto technologies based on industry best practices.
• Contribute to select implementation activities while focusing primarily on technical direction and design validation.
• Design secure connectivity models for additional sites and align network segmentation with business and security needs.
• Advise on tunneling methods and secure integration patterns to support reliable communication across the environment.
• Work closely with the Network Architect and Network Administrator to align proposed solutions with operational requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations for interoperability between Palo Alto platforms and existing Cisco network infrastructure.
• Outline scalable support considerations and long-term optimization opportunities for the security environment.