

Openkyber
Identity Security Architect
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This role is for an Identity Security Architect, a contract position for 40 hours/week, paying $70-$75/hr. Requires 4+ years in network/security roles, 2+ years with firewalls, and proficiency in Python. Remote work; preferred certifications include Palo Alto and CompTIA.
π - Country
United States
π± - Currency
$ USD
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π° - Day rate
600
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ποΈ - Date
March 4, 2026
π - Duration
Unknown
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ποΈ - Location
Remote
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π - Contract
Unknown
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π - Security
Unknown
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π - Location detailed
Alaska
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π§ - Skills detailed
#Cloud #Python #Scripting #GCP (Google Cloud Platform) #Consulting #Firewalls #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #Security #VPN (Virtual Private Network) #Network Security #Azure #Public Cloud
Role description
Our client is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Network Security Data Center Engineering team and must have a strong background in networking and/or security. We are seeking a proactive, detailoriented, and highly motivated individual who is also comfortable with clientfacing responsibilities. Responsibilities:
Designing, building, and supporting Palo Alto firewall platforms and associated services
Demonstrating strong understanding of public cloud concepts across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform
Consulting on requests submitted to the Network Security Engineering team s ServiceNow queue
Ensuring all requests and implementations comply with information security standards
Implementing approved Firewall Change Requests
Performing detailed peer reviews of team members implementations
Collaborating with interfacing Network and Security teams to troubleshoot firewallrelated incidents
Contributing to ongoing Firewall Policy lifecycle improvements
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of experience in a network and/or securityrelated role
Minimum 2 years of handson experience with firewalls
Solid understanding of IT security principles
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including: Subnetting VPN concepts Switching and routing
Ability to translate customer requirements into practical technical solutions
Experience analyzing and troubleshooting issues using network packet captures
Proficiency with Python scripting
Preferred Certifications:
Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE, etc.)
CompTIA Security+ or Network+ CISSP Cisco CCNA or CCNP
Salary/Rate: $70-$75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week
For applications and inquiries, contact: hirings@openkyber.com
Our client is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Network Security Data Center Engineering team and must have a strong background in networking and/or security. We are seeking a proactive, detailoriented, and highly motivated individual who is also comfortable with clientfacing responsibilities. Responsibilities:
Designing, building, and supporting Palo Alto firewall platforms and associated services
Demonstrating strong understanding of public cloud concepts across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform
Consulting on requests submitted to the Network Security Engineering team s ServiceNow queue
Ensuring all requests and implementations comply with information security standards
Implementing approved Firewall Change Requests
Performing detailed peer reviews of team members implementations
Collaborating with interfacing Network and Security teams to troubleshoot firewallrelated incidents
Contributing to ongoing Firewall Policy lifecycle improvements
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years of experience in a network and/or securityrelated role
Minimum 2 years of handson experience with firewalls
Solid understanding of IT security principles
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including: Subnetting VPN concepts Switching and routing
Ability to translate customer requirements into practical technical solutions
Experience analyzing and troubleshooting issues using network packet captures
Proficiency with Python scripting
Preferred Certifications:
Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE, etc.)
CompTIA Security+ or Network+ CISSP Cisco CCNA or CCNP
Salary/Rate: $70-$75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week
For applications and inquiries, contact: hirings@openkyber.com





