Security Architect

 About The Role  

Project Role :Security Architect

Project Role Description :Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills :Palo Alto Networks Firewalls

Good to have skills :NAMinimum
5 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification :15 years full time education"
Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Firewall and Cloud Security operations, with a strong focus on Palo Alto Networks technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining security infrastructure using Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect VPN, Prisma SASE, and Fortinet Firewalls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security, cloud-based security solutions, and threat prevention technologies. This is a hands-on leadership role involving technical expertise, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
Roles & Responsibilities:- Lead the design, deployment, and ongoing management of Palo Alto firewalls across on-premises and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).- Act as the primary escalation point for complex firewall and network security issues.- Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls in enterprise and data center environments.- Configure and support GlobalProtect VPN solutions for remote access and secure user connectivity.- Implement and manage Prisma Access / Prisma SASE solutions to provide secure cloud-delivered security services.- Administer and maintain Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, including rule management, policy enforcement, and firmware upgrades.- Perform firewall migrations, rule optimization, and compliance audits.- Drive automation and orchestration efforts for firewall and security policy management.- Manage vendor relationships, licensing, and support agreements related to firewall and cloud security tools.- Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and performance feedback to junior team members.Professional & Technical Skills:

- Must Have
Skills:

Proficiency in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls and Palo Alto Prisma Access.- Excellent knowledge on Palo Alto firewall, content update, wild fire, URL filtering, NAT.- Hands on Experience on Prisma, Prisma Gateway, security policy, dns security, decryption, file block and Tunnel Management, Good Troubleshooting skill on Firewall issue, Global Protect, application slowness issue.- Understanding of Threat protection, EDL, SSL Inspection, VPN technology.- Strong understanding of network security protocols and best practices.- Experience with security incident response and threat analysis.- Familiarity with compliance standards and regulatory requirements in security.- Ability to design and implement security architectures tailored to organizational needs.-Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Fortinet Firewalls, GlobalProtect VPN, Prisma SASE-Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Minimum 7 year(s) of experience is required
Additional Information:- The candidate should have minimum 7 years of experience in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls.- This position is based at our Bengaluru office.- A 15 years full time education is required." Qualification 
15 years full time education