Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to analyse, identify, rectify & recommend specific improvement measures that help in the security posture of the organization by protecting the sensitive information
Role : Firewall SME
Responsibilities:
6+ years of hands-on experience in implementing ,provisioning, configuring and supporting firewall preferably Palo Alto.
Palo Alto Networks Certified Security Engineer (PCNSE) or Palo Alto Network Security Administrator (PCNSA).
Familiar with Next Gen firewalls such as Check Point and Fortinet.
Familiar with cloud technologies, such as Azure and AWS.
Experience in writing technical documentation including network diagrams.
Monitor and report on compliance with established standards to ensure the organization adheres to agreed policies and standards
Liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analyzing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements
Preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instructions, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs
Ensuring that the security design allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks
Identifying current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities and threats
Plan firewall integration security systems by evaluating network and security technologies; developing requirements and adhering to industry standards.
Upgrade firewall systems; identifying security gaps; evaluating and implementing enhancements.
Proactively identifying potential vulnerabilities and ensuring patching and remediation is planned.
Implementing Site-2-Site VPN and Remote Access VPN
Stakeholder Interaction
| Stakeholder Type | Stakeholder Identification | Purpose of Interaction |
| Internal | Technical Lead/ Project Lead | Regular reporting & updates |
| Security Intelligence (Practice) | Coordination for security reasons | |
| External | Customer
| To coordinate for all security breaches & resolutions |
Display
Lists the competencies required to perform this role effectively:
- Functional Competencies/ Skill
- Leveraging Technology - Knowledge of current and upcoming technology (automation, tools and systems) to build efficiencies and effectiveness in own function/ Client organization - Expert
- Process Excellence - Ability to follow the standards and norms to produce consistent results, provide effective control and reduction of risk – Expert
- Functional/Technical - Knowledge of Network Security devices, firewalls, end points, SIEM, application security, IPS/IDS, VA / PT skills - Master
| Competency Levels | |
| Foundation | Knowledgeable about the competency requirements. Demonstrates (in parts) frequently with minimal support and guidance. |
| Competent | Consistently demonstrates the full range of the competency without guidance. Extends the competency to difficult and unknown situations as well. |
| Expert | Applies the competency in all situations and is serves as a guide to others as well. |
| Master | Coaches others and builds organizational capability in the competency area. Serves as a key resource for that competency and is recognized within the entire organization. |
- Behavioral Competencies
- Effective Communication
- Collaborative Working
- Execution Excellence
- Problem Solving & Analytical Skills
Deliver
| No. | Performance Parameter | Measure |
| 1. | Customer centricity | Timely security breach solutioning to end users, Internal stakeholders & external customers experience |
| 2. | Process Adherence | Adherence to SLA’s (90-95%), response time and resolution time TAT |
Palo Alto Networks - Firewalls