Palo Alto Firewall Engineer

Minnesota, MN

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Remote

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Contract

|Job ID 70760|Posted Jun 24, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic team as a Palo Alto Firewall Engineer where you'll play a crucial role in managing and configuring firewall policies as part of a technology transition to the cloud. This opportunity offers a chance to work remotely on a 6+ month contract with a focus on enhancing network security and efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and configure firewall policies using Panorama and Tufin.
  • Support IPSEC configurations and maintain Palo Alto hardware and virtual firewall platforms.
  • Collaborate with IT Security to address and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Utilize ITIL processes for change, incident, and problem management in network environments.
  • Maintain systems and documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
  • Work closely with various departments to meet project deadlines and objectives.

Skills

  • Proficiency in Palo Alto firewall policy management, including AppID and URL filtering.
  • Experience with Panorama and global protect configurations.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently or within a team.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting information clearly to various stakeholders.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Palo Alto in cloud and hybrid environments.
  • Knowledge of virtual routers and routing policy using BGP.
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes for network management.
 

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as core principles. We welcome applications from all individuals who share these values.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments.  For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $51 - $89 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. 

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.