We are seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Network Security Architect with deep expertise in managing enterprise firewalls Palo Alto Check Point Fortinet and SASE solutions Palo Alto Prisma Access Zscaler Netskope The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in largescale firewall and SASE deployments migrations and architecture design with a strong understanding of Palo Altos integrated SASE offering SSE SDWAN

Key Responsibilities

Architect deploy and manage advanced firewall solutions across hybrid environments onpremises cloud hybrid

Lead endtoend migration projects for firewalls and SASE platforms including planning execution and postmigration optimization

Design and implement SASE architectures with a focus on Palo Alto Prisma Access SSE SDWAN Zscaler or Netskope

Integrate SASE solutions with existing security infrastructure and ensure seamless policy enforcement

Perform configuration upgrades and maintenance of firewall platforms Palo Alto Check Point Fortinet

Conduct deepdive assessments of network security posture and recommend improvements

Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to align security architecture with business and compliance requirements

Provide technical leadership to troubleshoot firewallrelated issues incident response provide timely resolution and mentoring to junior engineers

Maintain documentation for architecture configurations and operational procedures change management

Stay current with emerging security technologies and threat landscapes

Required Qualification Certifications

Minimum 1015 years of experience in managing enterprise firewalls Palo Alto Check Point Fortinet

Handson experience with SASE platforms Prisma Access Zscaler Netskope

Deep understanding of Palo Altos SASE architecture including SSE CASB SWG ZTNA

Strong expertise in firewall and SASE migration and deployment strategies

Proficiency in routing switching VPNs NAT and network segmentation

Experience with centralized management tools PanoramaSCMSLS FortiManager SmartConsole

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer PCNSE

NSE4 or higher Fortinet

Check Point Certified Security Expert CCSE

SASErelated certifications eg Prisma Access Zscaler Certified Professional Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator

Preferred Skills

Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and in a teamoriented environment

Experience in largescale enterprise environments

Experience with automation and scripting Python Terraform

Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and implementation

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Skills

Mandatory Skills : Firewall - Palo Alto