Title: Network Security Engineer Firewall & Policy Management
Pay Rate Range: $60.00 $71.00/hr. (DOE)
Employment Type: Contract 6 Months
Schedule: Full-time, Monday Friday 7:00AM 3:00PM
Location: Elma, NY - Hybrid -(2 remote days and 3 days onsite, training may differ)
Job Code: 1942
Overview
Tekberry is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to support network security operations for our client. This role focuses on firewall engineering, policy design, and security optimization, ensuring secure and compliant network environments.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with firewall technologies, particularly Palo Alto Networks, and a proven ability to translate business and project requirements into effective security controls. This role requires collaboration across technical and non-technical teams to design, implement, and maintain robust network security solutions.
As a Tekberry W2 employee, you will have access to health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options.
Key Responsibilities
Firewall Engineering & Security Operations
Design, implement, and maintain secure firewall policies aligned with business and security requirements
Perform firewall hardening, including rulebase optimization, risk reduction, and compliance alignment
Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain firewall performance and availability
Policy Design & Implementation
Analyze project and business requirements and translate them into firewall rules and security policies
Configure and manage firewall rulebases, NAT policies, zones, and security profiles
Conduct impact analysis and risk assessments for firewall changes
Change Management & Compliance
Manage firewall changes through structured change control processes
Support audit remediation and ensure alignment with security compliance frameworks
Maintain accurate documentation for firewall configurations, rules, and design standards
Collaboration & Project Support
Partner with project managers, network engineers, and security teams to implement security requirements
Participate in project planning and execution to ensure secure network design
Provide guidance on security best practices and risk mitigation
Advanced Security & Optimization
Support network segmentation and micro-segmentation initiatives
Contribute to zero trust architecture strategies
Leverage tools such as Tufin for policy orchestration, analysis, and automation
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5 8+ years of experience in network security engineering
Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PAN-OS)
Deep understanding of firewall rulebases, NAT, zones, and security policies
Experience with firewall hardening, audit remediation, and compliance frameworks
Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical security solutions
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Experience working in project-based, cross-functional environments
Excellent communication skills with ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Tufin or similar firewall policy management tools
Experience designing and implementing network segmentation or micro-segmentation
Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and hybrid networks
Knowledge of zero trust security architecture
Certifications (Preferred)
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
CISSP, CISM, or similar security certifications
CCNP Security or equivalent networking certification
Work Environment
This role supports a fast-paced, security-focused environment requiring strong collaboration across engineering, security, and project teams. Candidates should be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working independently, and contributing to enterprise-level security initiatives.
We need hard-working, reliable professionals. If you are interested in joining a high-impact security team, apply today!
Tekberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. Tekberry is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).
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