Palo Alto Security Consultant

Piper Companies is seeking a Security Engineer / Consultant to join a leading cybersecurity team supporting a high-impact customer environment. The Security Engineer / Consultant will focus on securing network infrastructure using Palo Alto Networks technologies, guiding customers through security transformation initiatives. This is an initial 12-month contract with the possibility of extension. This is not a general network engineering or administrative role. Recent experience designing and implementing security solutions with Palo Alto products is required.

Responsibilities of the Security Engineer / Consultant include:

• Work full-time to support the customer remotely or on-site as needed
• Analyze the customer’s current network environment and identify security gaps
• Design and implement network security architecture using Palo Alto Networks technologies
• Guide customers through security transformation based on Palo Alto best practices
• Act as a trusted advisor to customer leadership and technical teams
• Lead technical implementation of security solutions, not just execute task lists
• Create detailed documentation outlining security recommendations and implementations
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to embed security into infrastructure
• Provide strategic consulting and hands-on support when necessary
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders including CIOs, CISOs, and technical leads

Qualifications for the Security Engineer / Consultant:

• Strong experience with Palo Alto Networks products (e.g., firewalls, XSIAM, XSOAR, XDR, Panorama, Prisma)
• Proven background in network security architecture and implementation
• Experience consulting with customers and leading security transformation initiatives
• Ability to assess environments and develop strategic security plans
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across technical and executive audiences
• BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or equivalent education/training/experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in network security engineering or consulting
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, PCNSE, or equivalent are a plus
• Familiarity with internetworking, LAN/WAN technologies, and security protocols
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams

Compensation for the Security Engineer / Consultant includes:

Salary Range: $130,000 - $165,000

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays

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