Cloud Network Security Consultant

Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Security Consultant to join their team on a project basis. This role involves leading the deployment and configuration of virtual firewalls and supporting application separation between production and non-production environments across multiple cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. The ideal candidate will design scalable, cost-efficient, and highly available solutions capable of supporting substantial data traffic. This remote position offers a challenging opportunity to enhance multi-cloud security architectures using cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment and configuration of multiple PAN VM-Series firewalls using Flex licensing models.
• Implement and optimize Aviatrix-based cloud network backbone across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Design and advise on application separation strategies between production and non-production environments using firewalls, route segmentation, and policy-based control.
• Analyze and balance traffic performance, cost optimization, and high availability requirements for a multi-cloud environment.
• Evaluate and present trade-offs between Aviatrix and Palo Alto Flex VM architectures, including technical, operational, and cost implications.
• Assist internal teams with Proof of Concept (PoC) deployments, performance testing, and integration strategies.
• Document the recommended architecture, deployment plans, and operational guidance for cloud network security.

• 5+ years of experience in cloud network engineering or security architecture.
• Proven track record deploying PAN VM-Series Firewalls managed by Panorama using Flex licensing models.
• Experience designing and implementing Aviatrix Transit Network (including CoPilot, Spoke, and FireNet) in production environments.
• Deep knowledge of multi-cloud networking concepts, including inter-region and inter-cloud routing.
• Expertise in AWS cloud WAN, GCP NCC, Azure virtual WAN design & cost modeling.
• Strong understanding of encryption, segmentation, and policy enforcement in cloud environments.
• Ability to design high availability and failover strategies for large-scale network deployments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
• Relevant certifications in cloud security and network architecture are preferred.