LingaTech
Network Security Engineer
LTR312 - Harrisburg, PA - Contracted
Position Type: Hybrid - Onsite 2 days
Contract Length: 2+ years
We are seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer to lead the migration of approximately 12 virtual Check Point firewalls from the VSX platform to a pair of Palo Alto 5410 appliances. This role requires strong technical expertise, hands-on leadership, and the ability to guide and mentor the firewall team as they transition to an expanded Palo Alto environment.
Required Skills:
Proven experience with firewall migration projects (Check Point → Palo Alto).
Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls (deployment, configuration, troubleshooting).
Familiarity with Check Point VSX and virtual firewall environments.
Solid understanding of network security concepts, protocols, and firewall rule optimization.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE) preferred but not required.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with large-scale firewall deployments or migrations in enterprise environments.
Hands-on experience with other network security tools and platforms.
Familiarity with scripting or automation for firewall configuration and deployment.
Lead the end-to-end migration of Check Point firewalls to Palo Alto 5410 appliances.
Collaborate with the firewall team to design and execute a detailed migration plan.
Configure, test, and deploy Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration.
Provide escalation support for complex firewall issues during and after migration.
Mentor and share expertise with the firewall team to strengthen Palo Alto knowledge.
Validate security policies, rule sets, and network performance through thorough testing.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues to minimize downtime and maintain business continuity.
Document migration steps, configurations, and lessons learned for future reference.
Stay current with Palo Alto technologies, best practices, and security trends.
