IT Infrastructure Engineer - Palo Alto

We're seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks technologies, especially firewall administration and Prisma cloud. If you're passionate about securing enterprise environments and optimizing infrastructure with cutting-edge tools, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Hybrid from Carrollton, TX or Atlanta, GA

• Design, deployment, and optimization of Palo Alto firewall solutions across hybrid environments
• Administer and enhance Prisma Cloud implementations to ensure robust cloud security posture
• Monitor and manage LAN/WAN, wireless, and network security infrastructure with a focus on Palo Alto platforms
• Collaborate with global teams on infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with security and change management policies
• Analyze system performance and recommend improvements to meet evolving business needs
• Serve as a technical liaison with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and drive innovation
• Support cloud and on-premises infrastructure, including Windows/Linux servers and virtualization platforms
• Contribute to IT budgeting, procurement, and asset management
• Monitors system resource utilization to project capacity requirements and recommends enhancements to meet current and future system demands.
• Liaison with vendors, IT staff, and end users to provide timely problem resolution.
• Implements and ensures compliance with all IT policies and procedures, including architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provisions.
• Leads and participates in local, regional, and global project teams.

• Stays current with the latest IT technologies.
• Develops Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Performs other job-related responsibilities and duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of related work experience including IT infrastructure planning and development.
• Strong technical knowledge of Networking, LAN/WAN, wireless, advanced firewall (PaloAlto) , and network security technologies.
• Experience working with cloud technologies including Prisma, AWS, GCP.
• Experience working with Windows and Linux servers including server virtualization and replication.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Strong project management and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal skills in a team-oriented and collaborative environment. Ability to present ideas in a business and user-friendly approach.
• Proven ability to research and problem solve IT issues as well as products.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks with a strong attention to detail and a high level of self-motivation.

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• Palo Alto Security Automation Engineer (PCSAE)
• Palo Alto Cloud Security Engineer (PCCSE)
• Cisco CCNP or CCIE, Microsoft MCSE, CISSP, PMP

Occasional travel, approximately once a quarter

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off including paid holidays and floating holidays.
• 401(k) employer match on retirement planning.
• Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions.
• Tuition reimbursement on approved programs.
• Flexible and health spending accounts.
• Talent Development program.