Network Engineer - Palo Alto NGFW SME (Migration & Infrastructure)

Job Title: Network Engineer - Palo Alto NGFW SME (Migration & Infrastructure)
Location: Princeton, NJ
Type: Contract -Hybrid(onsite and remote)

Responsibilities


+ Lead the migration to PA-7500 chassis (HA clustering) managed via Panorama (M-700).

+ Perform technical remediation of security objects, including tags, services, and address groups, especially in complex configurations.

+ Support phased hardware refresh and firewall modernization efforts in a large-scale enterprise environment.

+ Guide internal teams with SME-level expertise, providing leadership and knowledge transfer.

+ Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure smooth project execution.

+ Contribute to microsegmentation strategies and initiatives such as secure guest Wi-Fi deployments.

+ Support onboarding of SCM (Strata Cloud Manager) and SLS as part of environment enhancements.

+ Troubleshoot physical layer issues, including SFP...