Urgent Need Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist

OPT EAD, GC EAD, GC, TN and Citizens Only
Hi Friends,
Hope you are doing great,
I have an urgent requirement from one of my esteem client, I will appreciate if you can have an eye on the below requirement and send me your consultant updated profile ASAP.
Title: Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist
Location: San Francisco, CA
Duration: 6-12 +months
Required

Skills:

Over seven years’ experience as a Palo Alto security engineer with experience migrating from Cisco ASA and PIX firewalls to Palo Alto firewalls.
Expert knowledge of Palo Alto and Cisco routers and firewalls.
Palo Alto/Cisco certifications.
Well-versed in network security and design principles; demonstrated ability to secure network services and knowledge of secure modular network design and risk assessment
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects as well as lead small, directed projects
Strong documentary, technical writing and communication skills as a department representative
Ability to train and support NOC and junior network engineering staff
The Palo Alto Senior Engineer will provide the following service:
Plan and Design the Implementation of Palo Alto Network Security Devices by utilizing Standardized Architecture and methodology.
Provide 3rd Tier Troubleshooting and problem solving for network security and application issues.
Configuration and implementation of NAC/UTM hardware and associated tools etc.
Create and maintain network security documentation as it relates to the standardized network topology, equipment, operational support and configuration.
Interact and negotiate with application owners, project managers, vendors, consultants, and contractors to architect, design and implement network solutions.
Perform network security asset management, including maintenance of network security component inventory and related documentation.
Follow standard operating procedures and applications for service, change, and incident management.
Perform the assigned functions within an Operational Support Model by utilizing Network Security Monitoring Tools to maintain and report on the health and security status of the network via Metrics and KPI’s.
Collaborate with Network Architecture team to develop a plan to lifecycle the Network Security components incorporating Standardize Designs, Technical Roadmaps, Feature Matrices, Financial Requirements, Risk Matrix and Lifecycle status.
Perform routine security infrastructure testing and evaluations to identify challenges within our infrastructure and develop a plan to remediate them.
Ensure configuration and feature consistency is maintained across the NAC/UTM infrastructure.
Conduct internal training and technical guidance to enhance operational staff proficiencies.
Develop and Implement Operational Efficiencies by utilizing Vendor or Custom Networking Security Tools to automate routine implementation and alerting tasks.
Determines security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues
Communication/Soft

Skills:

Excellent verbal (English) and written communication skills. Ability to clearly present to management.
Strong writing skills
Organized and articulate
Strong team worker
Capable of working with business groups and clients on requirements and scheduling
Independent, self-starter, needs little or no supervision

If my requirement matches your resume, then please do reply on my email id alih(at)usmsystems(dot)com and contact no is 703-955-3955