This position is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of complex network security systems to provide a stable, dependable, efficient, and secure network environment. The ideal candidate is expected to possess deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS, the operating system powering Palo Alto Networks' next-generation firewalls. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of PAN-OS features and capabilities to design, implement, manage, and optimize firewall solutions that protect the organization's network infrastructure from advanced threats.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the planning, design, acquisition, and implementation of the Company's network security communications systems.
• Participate in the development and deployment of Company standards on all network security-related equipment.
• Assist in the evaluation of networking security technology to find solutions that meet business needs.
• Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
• Make decisions on technical issues based on input from project team members and available resources.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Understanding of current versions of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS

• In-depth Knowledge of PAN-OS: Profound understanding of PAN-OS architecture, features, and security capabilities. Ability to leverage PAN-OS to its fullest potential in protecting the network environment.
• Security Policy Development: Skilled in crafting and implementing effective security policies and rules within PAN-OS to address various security concerns and compliance requirements.
• Problem-Solving: Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to PAN-OS configurations, network connectivity, and security policy enforcement.
• Certifications: Certification in Palo Alto Networks technologies, particularly those focusing on PAN-OS (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE), is highly desirable.
• Collaboration and Communication: Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security policies and practices. Strong communication skills for documenting configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning.
• Understanding of Microsoft server operating systems
• Understanding of Linux based operating systems.
• Understanding of core IT infrastructure and systems including but not limited to Active Directory, virtualization, networking, and firewall equipment.
• Understanding of networking concepts, (TCPIP, DHCP, DNS, VLAN, VPN, PCAP, SDWAN)
• Ability to analyze system logs.
• Experience with the installation of highly available enterprise security equipment.
• Ability to perform routine audits of systems and software and perform maintenance upgrades.
• Maintain a level of proficiency necessary for competence in the position.
• Experience with the following technologies: Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect, Panorama, Prisma, Citrix Load Balancers, Splunk, Solarwinds, ServiceNOW, VeloCloud, Cisco IOS, Wireshark

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Good understanding of industry practices
• Proficient with tools, systems, and procedures
• Basic planning/organizational skills and techniques
• Good decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good presentation and public speaking skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Basic conflict resolution skills
• Developing professional credibility

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Typically 3 to 5 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required.

KNOWLEDGE:

Advanced intermediate level professional; knowledge within own discipline and developing basic knowledge of organization, processes and customers. Good judgment, sound analytical ability, evaluation, originality and ingenuity required to perform tasks. Frequently apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of routine and non-routine issues.

COMPLEXITY:

Work on problems of moderate scope and impact where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Analyze possible solutions using standard procedures to solve a range of straightforward problems; may recommend solutions to business challenges. Demonstrate good judgment within defined procedures and practices for obtaining solutions. Build productive internal/external working relationships.

SUPERVISION:

Receive a moderate level of instruction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Assignments can be broad in nature.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high end of meeting expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

SALARY RANGE:

The posted range for this position is $81,955 - $122,933 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role, to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including education, prior experience, training, current skills, certifications, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.

At the time of this posting, this position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range subject to the achievement of the plan.

Henry Schein, Inc.is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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