Principal Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto)

Post Date

Aug 13, 2025

Location

Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania

ZIP/Postal Code

19124
US
Nov 23, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Security Engineering

Req #

HPA-c84d5b89-f0ba-4b16-9a43-cc5e374d2c2d

Pay Rate

$130k - $170k (estimate)

Job Description

We are looking for a seasoned Principal Security Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for leading and overseeing the implementation, and management of the organization’s information security program. This candidate should have design expertise who thrives at the intersection of technical execution and project leadership. Will develop and contribute to implementation of governance model for security practice including but not limited to Azure Cloud & O365. Will develop and sustain metrics for measuring the maturity of security operations and security posture. Works with key stakeholders to understand their needs and to approve system and architectural decisions. Performs internal investigations, including data loss, security incidents or other internal matters.

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Required Skills & Experience

Requirements:
• 8 years of experience working in a Security Engineering role
o General Experience with communicating network security issues to peers and management
• Extensive experience in implementing security and network cloud solutions and security assessments
• Previous experience with several technical security disciplines such as SIEM, IDS, EDR, network security, vulnerability management or security hardening
• Previous experience with Active Directory and Cloud technologies (Azure preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of senior networking technologies, including Cisco ISE, Palo Alto firewalls, and similar tools.
• Actively engage in hands-on implementation and troubleshooting as needed.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for cloud-based and network security solutions.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.