Senior Professional Services Consultant – NGFW

Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Professional Services Consultant – Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) to lead complex enterprise network security deployments, migrations, and architecture transformations. In this role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor, delivering hands-on expertise across Palo Alto Networks platforms—spanning enterprise data centers, multi-cloud architectures, SD-WAN, and Io T/OT environments. Key Responsibilities & Core Competencies Palo Alto Networks NGFW & Platform Security Deployment & Architecture: Design, build, and deploy Palo Alto Networks NGFWs and Panorama from the ground up, including High Availability (HA) architectures. Security Controls: Configure App-ID, User-ID, Security Profiles, Threat Prevention, URL Filtering, File Blocking, and both inbound/outbound SSL Decryption. Certificate & Security Posture: Manage CSRs and TLS/SSL certificates; execute Best Practice Assessments (BPAs) to optimize client security postures. Connectivity & Threat Analysis: Build and troubleshoot Global Protect and Site-to-Site IPsec VPN tunnels; analyze network threat logs to identify vulnerabilities and risks. Cloud, SD-WAN & Specialized Technology Public Cloud Deployment: Deploy and support Palo Alto VM-Series firewalls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, managing cloud-native routing, VPC/VNet architectures, subnets, and load balancers to secure north-south and east-west traffic. SD-WAN & Network Architecture: Implement and troubleshoot PAN-OS SD-WAN architecture, including dynamic path selection, traffic steering, and enterprise integration. Io T / OT Security: Secure unmanaged Io T/OT devices through micro-segmentation, VLAN isolation, traffic control, and risk mitigation strategies. Migrations, Lifecycle Management & Troubleshooting Platform Migrations: Lead complex firewall migrations from legacy platforms (Cisco ASA, Check Point, Juniper) to Palo Alto Networks, leveraging tools like Palo Alto Expedition. Management Transitions: Modernize client management platforms by transitioning Panorama-managed environments to Strata Cloud Manager (SCM). Lifecycle Management: Direct PAN-OS upgrades, licensing strategies, platform troubleshooting, and escalation management. Professional Services & Client Engagement Client Advisory: Facilitate technical discovery workshops to translate business requirements into robust security architectures. Execution & Documentation: Own end-to-end technical delivery, generate precise technical documentation, and operate independently across customer engagements. Qualifications & Experience Technical Foundations Strong proficiency in enterprise networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols, VLANs, and IP subnetting. Practical knowledge of physical and virtual firewall architectures, modern attack vectors, and mitigation frameworks. Professional & Soft Skills Strong analytical, analytical troubleshooting, and written/verbal communication skills. Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders, lead technical escalations, and adapt to flexible project demands across time zones. Preferred Certifications & Qualifications Qualifications Technical Foundations Strong proficiency in enterprise networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing protocols, VLANs, and IP subnetting. Practical knowledge of physical and virtual firewall architectures, modern attack vectors, and mitigation frameworks. Professional & Soft Skills Strong analytical, analytical troubleshooting, and written/verbal communication skills. Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders, lead technical escalations, and adapt to flexible project demands across time zones. Preferred Certifications & Qualifications Palo Alto Networks Certifications: PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) preferred; PCNSA or PCSAE highly valued. Cloud Security Exposure: Experience with Prisma Access, Strata Cloud Manager (SCM), and cloud-native security platforms. Automation: Practical experience with APIs, scripting (Python/Bash), or automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) for security operations. Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to client sites as required by engagement needs. Our Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com. Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. 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