Staff IT Software Engineer

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

Your Career

We are looking for a dynamic and highly technical Network Security engineer to join our fast-paced, high-growth organization. This role requires expertise in Network Security products and services. The ideal candidate will drive the architecture, implementation and support of network security solutions. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and network security solutions.

Your Impact

• Design, implement, and maintain network security architectures and security controls.

• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.

• Configure and manage network security devices (firewalls, IPS / IDS, etc.).

• Troubleshoot network security issues and implement solutions.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to other IT staff.

Your Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in technical, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent military  experience required
• 5 to 10  years of experience in network security roles, with a focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures.
• Experience with security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CCIE Security) is a plus.
• Extensive experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, SASE security etc.).
• Experience with security protocols and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, AD etc.).
• Experience with designing, deploying, configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting Palo Alto VM Series, and Physical Firewalls
• Experience designing and integrating with Panorama 
• Experience designing and integrating with Prisma Access
• Working knowledge of routing ( OSPF / BGP) & switching.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts and technologies.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

The Team

Working at a high-tech cybersecurity company within Information Technology is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You’ll join the brightest minds in technology, creating, building, and supporting tools and enabling our global teams on the front line of defense against cyberattacks.

We’re connected by one mission but driven by the impact of that mission and what it means to protect our way of life in the digital age. Join a dynamic and fast-paced team of people who feel excited by the prospect of a challenge and feel a thrill at resolving technical gaps that inhibit productivity.

Our Commitment

We’re problem solvers that 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  [email protected].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.