CLOUD FIREWALL ARCHITECT

*Company Overview* IT Solution Services is a dynamic recruiting and consulting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive contracting solutions across various industries. We pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with organizations seeking expert-level IT security and infrastructure services. *Job Overview* We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented *CLOUD FIREWALL ARCHITECT* to lead the design, implementation, and management of advanced cloud security architectures. This pivotal role involves developing robust firewall solutions, ensuring network security compliance, and integrating cutting-edge cybersecurity practices across cloud environments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about safeguarding digital assets, this opportunity is for you! KEY REQUIREMENTS * Advanced expertise with *Palo Alto Networks security platforms* * Strong experience with *Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)* * Expertise with *Palo Alto physical firewalls, VM-Series, Panorama, Device Groups, Templates, Template Stacks, and Strata Cloud Manager (SCM)* * Strong knowledge of *IPS, App-ID, User-ID, URL/content filtering, and SSL/TLS inspection* * Advanced cloud network security experience across *AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI* * Experience with *AWS Gateway Load Balancer (GWLB), Transit Gateway (TGW), Security VPCs* * Experience with *Azure hub-and-spoke architectures, NVAs, and UDR* * Experience deploying and operating *cloud-based firewalls, network virtual appliances, and native cloud security controls* * Strong knowledge of *firewall policies, access control, rule optimization, network segmentation, and security best practices* * Strong *routing and switching* expertise * Experience with *BGP and hybrid cloud connectivity* * Knowledge of *AWS Transit Gateway, Azure ExpressRoute, and private interconnect technologies* * Strong understanding of *network security monitoring and threat analysis* * Experience with *high-availability and fault-tolerant security architectures* * Knowledge of *network security automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)* EXPERIENCE * *5+ years* with Palo Alto Networks enterprise firewall technologies and platforms * *5+ years* with NGFW technologies and advanced firewall security capabilities * *3+ years* with cloud network security across AWS, Azure, GCP, and/or OCI * *5+ years* designing or implementing cloud traffic inspection architectures * *4+ years* deploying and operating cloud firewalls and network virtual appliances * *5+ years* implementing and operating hybrid connectivity using *BGP and dynamic routing* REQUIRED CERTIFICATION *Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)* required. IDEAL CANDIDATE Candidates should be able to *step into the environment with minimal acclimation* and immediately contribute to enterprise cloud firewall architecture, security design, migration, implementation, and operations. CONTACT *Email:* Send your updated resume to zahidr@785@gmail.com *Phone/Text:* Contact me directly Please include your *current location, availability, PCNSE certification status, and expected hourly rate*. Join us to be at the forefront of cloud cybersecurity innovation! Your expertise will help shape resilient security frameworks that protect vital digital assets across diverse environments while advancing your career in a vibrant team committed to excellence in information security management. Pay: $70.00 - $100.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week Application Question(s): * Do you have hands-on experience with Palo Alto Panorama, VM-Series, Device Groups, Templates, and Template Stacks? * Do you currently hold a valid PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) certification? * How many years of experience do you have with cloud network security and cloud-based firewalls? * Which cloud platforms have you worked with? * Do you have hands-on experience with AWS Transit Gateway (TGW), Gateway Load Balancer (GWLB), Azure hub-and-spoke, NVAs, or UDR? * Do you have experience with BGP and hybrid/private cloud connectivity such as AWS TGW or Azure ExpressRoute? * Are you able to work in a hybrid environment in LOs Angales, CA Experience: * Palo Alto Networks firewall: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person