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CMK Resources, Inc. lists this Firewall & Network Security Engineer opportunity in las vegas, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Base pay range
$50.00/hr - $55.00/hr
Firewall & Network Security Engineer
Do you thrive in high-stakes environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to own security infrastructure at scale? CMK Resources is seeking a Firewall & Network Security Engineer . Join a collaborative team where your technical expertise will directly protect the critical operations of a global enterprise. We invest in cutting-edge tools, automation, and you — your growth, your input, and your impact truly matter here.
About the Role
You’ll take ownership of network and firewall security operations that keep our infrastructure safe and stable. You’ll not only fix things, but shape how they’s built and maintained.
Responsibilities
Own and manage a high-volume firewall/security ticket queue and resolve incidents in a large enterprise environment
Triage and respond to security threats and incidents involving Palo Alto firewalls and network perimeter
Improve system reliability and reduce backlog through disciplined workflow and proactive issue resolution
Act as a calm escalation point for complex and high-risk security issues
Design and implement automation using Palo Alto APIs, PAN-OS SDK, and Python scripting
Plan and execute upgrades, configuration management, and deployments across a large firewall estate
Manage enterprise-wide SSL/TLS certificates, PKI, DNS validation, and certificate rollouts
Collaborate with project teams (e.g. Citrix NetScaler, hardware refreshes), remove technical blockers, and ensure timely delivery
Work closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to maintain clarity, alignment, and execution
Ensure documentation and configurations meet audit and compliance requirements
Qualifications
Have deep experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls and Panorama
Know your way around network security architecture, firewall policies, HA environments, and incident management
Write clean scripts in Python and understand REST APIs (especially PAN-OS SDK)
Communicate clearly and professionally under pressure – especially during critical incidents
Know how to juggle operational support with long-term projects
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Inferred benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Las Vegas, NV $60,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month ago
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Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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