Job Description About this role: We are seeking an experienced Firewall Administrator with strong Palo Alto skills to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage and administer firewall solutions within a highly secure SCIF environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the secure and efficient operation of firewall systems to protect classified government information and networks. Key Responsibilities:  Administer and manage Palo Alto firewalls, including deployment, configuration, and maintenance.  Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot firewall traffic to identify and mitigate security threats.  Implement and maintain firewall rules, policies, and configurations based on security best practices and organizational requirements.  Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with government security standards and protocols.  Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure firewalls are properly configured and functioning.  Provide documentation and support for network architecture and firewall configurations.  Respond to security incidents and conduct root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences.  Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging security threats and technologies.  Work onsite in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) to ensure the secure handling of classified information. Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .     To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements Required Qualifications:  Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (potential flex to just Top Secret clearance)  Proven experience as a Firewall Administrator, specifically with Palo Alto technologies.  Strong understanding of firewall configurations, rule sets, and network security best practices.  Experience working in highly secure environments, particularly within a SCIF.  Knowledge of government cybersecurity policies, including NIST, FISMA, and DoD security frameworks.  Experience with monitoring tools and incident management in secure environments.  Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly resolve complex security issues.  Strong documentation skills to create and maintain firewall configuration and operational procedures. Preferred Qualifications:  Palo Alto certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).  Experience with other security technologies such as VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.  Familiarity with automation tools and scripting for firewall management. Preferred Qualifications:  Palo Alto certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).  Experience with other security technologies such as VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.  Familiarity with automation tools and scripting for firewall management. null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.