Freelance Network Security Engineer to manage Firewall policies (Juniper & Palo Alto), Ritm requests, and security governance As a Network Security Engineer, you will be responsible for managing Firewall rule change requests (Ritm), ensuring compliance with security policies, and optimizing Firewall rules on Juniper and Palo Alto Firewalls. You will play a key role in enforcing strict network traffic control, following security best practices and governance requirements. RoleAnalyze and validate Firewall rule modification requestsImplement changes on Juniper and Palo Alto Firewalls using PanoramaAssess and test rule modifications before deploymentEnsure new rules are necessary, secure, and compliant with standardsOptimize existing rules to reduce redundancy and improve performanceUse AlgoSec to analyze dependencies and manage rule lifecycleContribute to security audits and continuous policy improvementsMaintain clear documentation of changes and configurationsSupport and train teams on Firewall management best practices Profile3+ years of experience in Firewall rule management and administration (Juniper & Palo Alto)Strong knowledge of Panorama for centralized policy managementFamiliarity with AlgoSec (optional but a plus)Deep understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, etc.) and perimeter security conceptsHands-on experience with Firewall change request management (Ritm)Knowledge of ITSM processes (ServiceNow or similar)Experience with security audits and compliance best practices OfferJoin a dynamic and dedicated team focused on continuous security improvementWork on challenging technical projects with direct impact on critical infrastructureOpportunity to work with advanced tools like Panorama, AlgoSec, etcA fast-paced, evolving environment with room for growth and skill development