Job Description

Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Contractor) with specialized experience in F5 Distributed Cloud Web Application Firewall (WAF) , Palo Alto Networks firewalls , and Python-based automation . This individual will play a key role on our Cybersecurity Engineering team, driving the implementation of advanced security controls across both cloud and on-premises environments . The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on securing web applications, automating security workflows, and enforcing network segmentation in line with modern zero-trust architecture principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage F5 Distributed Cloud WAF to protect enterprise and external-facing web applications
• Administer and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls , including policy management, rulebase audits, and Panorama configurations
• Develop and maintain Python automation scripts for firewall operations, configuration validation, and reporting workflows
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and security teams to safeguard network perimeters and ensure secure data flows across hybrid environments
• Support incident response activities by analyzing firewall and WAF telemetry and deploying mitigation controls
• Contribute to security architecture reviews and assist in the design of secure, scalable solutions aligned with zero-trust models
• Document firewall standards, WAF policies, and automation tools to support operational consistency and knowledge sharing

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or related engineering roles
• Hands-on expertise with F5 Distributed Cloud WAF , including WAF policy configuration, bot mitigation, and API protection
• Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto Networks firewalls , including centralized management with Panorama and in-depth policy tuning
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation, log processing, and API integrations
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, SSL decryption , and traffic inspection techniques
• Experience integrating with log aggregation and SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Cortex Data Lake)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), especially in securing workloads and services
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform , Ansible , or similar
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline security
• Relevant certifications such as PCNSE , F5 Certified Administrator , GSEC , or equivalent

Business Impact:

This contractor position is essential to advancing our cybersecurity posture through automated security operations , resilient perimeter defenses , and secure application delivery in the cloud. Your expertise will directly support critical enterprise initiatives aimed at reducing risk and improving response capabilities in an evolving threat landscape.

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