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Palo Alto Network Firewall Engineer

Novi, MI · Hybrid

$45 - $60.25/hr

This role requires expertise in network security, firewall configuration, and troubleshooting within a Palo Alto Networks environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with firewall ...

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Firewall Engineer (W2 Only)

Dallas, TX

$47.50 - $63.50/hr

Fortinet certifications (NSE 4, NSE 5, NSE 7) and/or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Security Engineer Associate). * Experience with other firewall platforms (e.g ...

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Firewall Network Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Synergy is looking for Firewall Network Engineer to join our team. Job duties are as follows: * Act as a subject matter expert for the customer's next generation firewall solution. * Maintain ...

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AWS Cloud Firewall SME

Mclean, VA · Hybrid

$49 - $65.75/hr

Design and implement secure AWS network topologies, including VPC design, routing, and hybrid connectivity (VPN, Direct Connect). * Centralized Firewall Management: Act as the primary expert for AWS ...

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Firewall Network Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Synergy is looking for Firewall Network Engineer to join our team. Job duties are as follows: * Act as a subject matter expert for the customer's next generation firewall solution. * Maintain ...

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Firewall Network Engineer

Atlantic City, NJ · Hybrid

$50K - $175K/yr

The Firewall Network Engineer will support day-to-day activities and projects. This position reports onsite 3 days/week in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Responsibilities: * Manage multiple Checkpoint ...

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How much do network firewall jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for network firewall in the United States is $55.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.67 and $66.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Network Firewall Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Network Firewall Engineer, you need a strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and firewall architecture, often supported by a degree in computer science or a relevant certification like Cisco CCNP Security or Palo Alto Networks certifications. Experience with firewall platforms (such as Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, or Fortinet), intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) tools is essential. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and clear communication are vital soft skills for diagnosing issues and collaborating with IT teams. These skills and qualities are critical to effectively safeguarding organizational networks and ensuring compliance with security policies.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals managing network firewalls, and how can they prepare for them?

Professionals managing network firewalls often encounter challenges such as keeping up with rapidly evolving security threats, ensuring firewall rules do not inadvertently block legitimate traffic, and maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Staying current with security trends, regularly reviewing and updating firewall configurations, and collaborating closely with IT and security teams can help address these challenges. Proactive monitoring and ongoing training are also essential for effective firewall management and minimizing potential vulnerabilities.

What are network firewalls?

Network firewalls are security devices or software designed to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. They act as a barrier between a trusted internal network and untrusted external networks, such as the internet, to prevent unauthorized access and threats. Firewalls can be hardware-based, software-based, or a combination of both, and are essential components of modern cybersecurity strategies. They help protect sensitive data, maintain privacy, and ensure compliance with security policies.

What are the 4 types of firewalls?

Network firewall professionals should understand the four main types of firewalls: packet-filtering firewalls, which examine network packets; stateful inspection firewalls, which track active connections; proxy firewalls, which act as intermediaries between users and networks; and next-generation firewalls, which combine traditional filtering with advanced features like intrusion prevention. Knowledge of these types helps in designing and managing secure network environments.

What is the difference between Network Firewall vs Network Security Analyst?

AspectNetwork FirewallNetwork Security Analyst
Required CertificationsCompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNPCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentNetwork infrastructure, hardware and software configurationMonitoring, analyzing security threats, incident response
Employer & Industry UsageIT departments, cybersecurity firms, enterprisesIT security teams, cybersecurity consulting firms

Network Firewalls primarily focus on configuring and managing hardware or software devices that control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules. Network Security Analysts analyze security data, monitor threats, and respond to incidents. While firewalls are a key tool used by analysts, their roles differ: firewalls are technical devices, whereas analysts interpret security data and develop strategies to protect networks.

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Senior Network & Firewall Engineer

Senior Network & Firewall Engineer

AmericanEagle.com

Mount Prospect, IL

$103.30K - $141.60K/yr

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Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Americaneagle.com is a family-owned web design, development, and digital marketing agency with a passionate belief in the power of technology to positively transform business practices. Our focus is on helping customers grow and achieve success in the digital space.
We cover a variety of different industries, including eCommerce, associations & nonprofits, government, healthcare, sports & entertainment, transportation, and more.
The company was recently named by Built In Chicago as one of the best places to work and to Inc.com's list of 5000 fastest-growing private companies for the past eight years.
We are seeking a Senior Network & Firewall Engineer to design, operate, and secure the network infrastructure that powers both our corporate environment and our website hosting platform. Working directly with the Head of Network Infrastructure, this role is a senior individual contributor responsible for the day-to-day health, scalability, and security of a mixed Juniper and Palo Alto environment supporting internal users, hosted customer workloads, and client-facing engagements.
The ideal candidate brings deep, hands-on expertise across Juniper routing and switching and next-generation firewalls from both Juniper and Palo Alto Networks. Equally important is the ability to produce clear, accurate, and durable technical documentation, including runbooks, network diagrams, change records, and customer-facing design artifacts, that allow the broader team and our clients to operate confidently. This person will be a trusted technical voice in architecture discussions, incident response, and client engagements.
Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise and hosting network infrastructure built on Juniper routers, including MX/ACX, and Juniper EX/QFX switches, including spine-leaf, top-of-rack, and access layer designs
  • Operate and tune Juniper SRX and Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including Panorama or Strata Cloud Manager management, across perimeter, internal segmentation, and hosting tenant boundaries
  • Configure and troubleshoot dynamic routing, including BGP and OSPF, MPLS where applicable, VRFs/virtual routers, VLANs, VXLAN/EVPN, link aggregation, and high-availability clusters
  • Manage IPv4 addressing, DNS integration points, NAT, and traffic engineering for both corporate and multi-tenant hosting environments
  • Plan and execute maintenance windows, code upgrades, including Junos and PAN-OS, and hardware refreshes with minimal customer impact
  • Own the firewall lifecycle including rule design and review, App-ID/URL filtering, threat prevention, decryption, GlobalProtect/SSL VPN, IPsec site-to-site tunnels, and zone-based policy across PAN and SRX
  • Implement and maintain network segmentation between corporate, management, and hosting/production zones in line with security and compliance objectives, including SOC 2 and PCI where applicable
  • Partner with the security team on detection engineering, log forwarding to SIEM/XDR, and response to network-based incidents
  • Conduct periodic firewall rulebase reviews, decommission stale rules, and drive the environment toward least-privilege access
  • Produce and maintain authoritative network documentation, including logical and physical topology diagrams, IP/VLAN allocation registers, firewall zone and policy maps, BGP peering and ASN inventories, and circuit/carrier records
  • Write clear runbooks and standard operating procedures for routine operations, failover scenarios, and incident response
  • Document every significant change through the change management process, including pre-change state, validation steps, and rollback plans
  • Contribute customer-facing technical documentation for RFP responses, design proposals, and post-implementation handoffs
  • Support client-facing engagements as a subject matter expert by joining technical calls, scoping network requirements, and reviewing customer environments where the hosting platform integrates with client networks
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for production network and firewall incidents
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in network engineering roles, with at least 3 years operating production networks for a hosting provider, ISP, MSP, data center operator, or comparable multi-tenant environment
  • Deep, hands-on expertise with Juniper Junos on routing and switching platforms, including EX, QFX, and MX or ACX
  • Strong production experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including PAN-OS, Panorama and/or Strata Cloud Manager, plus working expertise with Juniper SRX
  • Solid command of BGP and OSPF in real-world topologies, including troubleshooting peering, route policy, and convergence issues
  • Practical experience with NAT, IPsec VPNs, SSL VPN/GlobalProtect, HA clustering, and stateful firewall policy design
  • Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including diagrams, runbooks, and design documents that other engineers and customers can actually use
  • Comfort working in a structured change management process and operating production-impacting changes during maintenance windows
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical client stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
  • Industry certifications such as JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE, including SP, ENT, or SEC tracks, and PCNSE
  • Experience operating EVPN/VXLAN fabrics, MPLS L3VPN, or other service-provider style designs
  • Familiarity with data center interconnect, BGP communities and route policy at scale, and carrier-facing operations
  • Exposure to SOC 2, PCI-DSS, or similar compliance frameworks as they apply to network controls
  • Hosting industry background, including web hosting, managed services, or cloud platform operations

Americaneagle.com provides its employees with an energetic work environment and opportunities to further develop their skills. Our dedication to growing our development team is how we can produce excellent sites and applications for our clients. We do all of this while maintaining a family value focus and pushing for a good work-life balance. The US-based salary range for this full-time position is $120,000-$160,000 per year. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Americaneagle.com, we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package, a positive work environment, company activities, and more. To see our benefits and what we've been up to, click here !

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