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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall - **Company:** Revolutional, LLC - **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Firewall, Monitoring of Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Firewall Services Module - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=82f12d87b3939807 ## About the Role * Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience). * 6 years network administration or network engineering experience * 3 years firewall administration. * Experience with Palo Alto Panorama and Palo Alto networking technologies. * Strong understanding of firewall configurations, rule sets, and network security best practices. * Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly resolve complex security issues. * Strong documentation skills to create and maintain firewall configuration and operational procedures. * Occasional after-hours work may be required for maintenance and upgrades. Preferred Qualifications: * Palo Alto certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE). * Experience with other security technologies such as VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions. * Familiarity with automation tools and scripting for firewall management. * Knowledge of government cybersecurity policies, including NIST, FISMA, and DoD security frameworks. * Experience with monitoring tools and incident management in secure environments. ## Description We are seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall to serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Palo Alto firewall operations within a highly secure, mission-critical government environment. The ideal candidate will manage and administer firewall solutions ensuring the secure and efficient operation of firewall systems to protect classified government information and networks., As the Senior Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall you will: * Administer and manage firewalls, including deployment, configuration, and maintenance. * Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot firewall traffic to identify and mitigate security threats. * Implement and maintain firewall rules, policies, and configurations based on security best practices and organizational requirements. * Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with government security standards and protocols. * Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure firewalls are properly configured and functioning. * Provide documentation and support for network architecture and firewall configurations. * Respond to security incidents and conduct root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging security threats and technologies. ## Related Videos - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [JavaScript? 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