Palo Alto Firewall / F5 Engineer
ECLARO
Rochester, NY
Job Number: 25-03733
Use your skills where innovative technology solutions begin. ECLARO is looking for a Palo Alto Firewall / F5 Engineer for our client in Rochester, NY.
ECLARO’s client is a leading technology solutions provider, collaborating with customers to manage their needs and achieve success in their business goals. If you’re up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!
Position Overview:
- Seeking a skilled Palo Alto Firewall / F5 Engineer to join the IT security and network team.
- This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks firewalls and F5 load balancers to ensure the security, availability, and performance of network infrastructure.
- The ideal consultant will have hands-on experience in firewall policy management, SSL decryption, traffic shaping, and load balancing configurations.
Responsibilities:
- Firewall & Security:
- Configure, deploy, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls (physical and virtual appliances).
- Implement and optimize security policies, NAT, VPNs, and threat prevention.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats using PAN-OS, Panorama, and Wildfire.
- Perform firewall rule audits, compliance checks, and risk assessments.
- Manage SSL decryption, URL filtering, and application-based security policies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related connectivity and security issues.
- Load Balancing & Traffic Management:
- Deploy, configure, and manage F5 BIG-IP appliances, including LTM, ASM, APM, and GTM modules.
- Develop and maintain iRules, SSL offloading, health monitors, and traffic policies.
- Optimize load balancing and application delivery performance.
- Work with application teams to ensure high availability and efficient traffic distribution.
- General Network & Security Support:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure network solutions.
- Conduct network troubleshooting, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
- Stay updated on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
- Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Required Skills:
- 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama).
- 3+ years of experience with F5 BIG-IP (LTM, ASM, APM, GTM).
- Proficiency in network security, firewall policies, VPNs, and SSL decryption.
- Strong knowledge of TCP / IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, and network protocols.
- Experience with iRules, scripting (Python, Bash), and automation tools.
- Familiarity with SIEM, IDS / IPS, and security compliance frameworks (NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).
- Ability to analyze network traffic and logs for troubleshooting and security monitoring.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Palo Alto PCNSA / PCNSE Certification
- F5-CA or F5-CTS Certification
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Python).
- Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and Microsegmentation.
If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits:
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
- Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
- Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO
If interested, you may contact:
Jeanine Hastings
jeanine.hastings@eclaro.com
646-755-9303
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Equal Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
About the Company
ECLARO
Eclaro is a Business and Technology Consulting Firm that connects top talent with opportunities nationwide. We have direct access to Hiring Managers from leading Fortune 1000 organizations in almost every industry segment, with particular expertise in:
• Technology and Business Consulting
• Financial Services and Insurance
• Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
• Consumer Products, Public Sector, and Utilities
Eclaro provides fully customizable, comprehensive talent acquisition and management of seasoned professionals through a number of business models, including:
• Consulting
• Professional Hiring
• Global Integrated Delivery™
• Managed Services
Eclaro recruits and manages a staff of highly skilled individuals in an array of specialized disciplines enabling our clients to leverage new opportunities, respond to increased and changing demands, and increase their profitability.
Eclaro’s Management Team averages over 25 years of experience in partnering with clients in technical, corporate operations and human capital solutions. We hold ISO 9001:2008 certification and have achieved SOC 2 Type 2 certification in Security, Availability and Confidentiality. Eclaro’s decades of expertise and collaborative practice have proven that The Right People are The Answer.