Palo Alto Cloud Security Engineer

Req ID: 351028 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Palo Alto Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Austin, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

This position is fully remote in the United States.

Position Overview

The Palo Alto Cloud Security Engineer will support the our long term Public Cloud Manager client contract by designing, deploying, and maintaining secure cloud environments utilizing Palo Alto Networks technologies. This role provides advanced engineering, operational support, and security governance across Prisma Cloud, Cortex, and Panorama-managed firewalls to ensure compliance with client security policies, regulatory frameworks, and cloud best practices.

The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience in cloud security architecture, Palo Alto product suites, and public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), and can work collaboratively with state agencies, vendors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Security Engineering & Operations

• Deploy, configure, and manage Palo Alto Prisma Cloud for cloud workload protection, CSPM, CIEM, container security, and serverless security.
• Integrate and optimize Palo Alto Cortex XDR/XSOAR for threat detection, response automation, and incident investigation.
• Manage and maintain firewall policies, device groups, and templates using Palo Alto Panorama.
• Support hybrid and multi-cloud security architectures for customers.
• Conduct configuration reviews, health checks, and periodic audits of cloud security controls.

Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

• Ensure alignment with client security requirements, NIST, FedRAMP, CIS Benchmarks, and state-specific regulatory controls.
• Implement continuous compliance monitoring using Prisma Cloud and cloud-native tools.
• Develop documentation, security policies, runbooks, and architecture diagrams.

Incident Response & Threat Management

• Use Cortex to analyze alerts, triage incidents, and provide forensic investigation support.
• Recommend and implement automation playbooks to improve SOC efficiency.
• Work with state cybersecurity teams to provide root-cause analysis and threat mitigation strategies.

Customer & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as a technical advisor to state government agencies participating in the Public Cloud Manager service.
• Provide guidance on cloud security best practices, onboarding, and integration of Palo Alto solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional DIR teams, vendors, cloud providers, and compliance personnel.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Expert-level experience with Palo Alto Prisma Cloud
• CSPM, CWPP, CIEM, container & serverless security
• Policy management and remediation workflows
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Cortex
• Cortex XDR, XSOAR automation, incident response
• SOC integration and threat hunting
• Advanced proficiency with Palo Alto Panorama
• Centralized firewall management
• Policy creation, NAT, security profiles, logging & reporting
• Strong understanding of AWS, Azure, and/or GCP cloud architectures.
• Expertise in network security: firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, segmentation.
• Familiarity with Terraform, CloudFormation, or other IaC tools (preferred).
• Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) and log analytics.

Compliance & Governance

• Working knowledge of:
• NIST 800-53 / NIST CSF
• CIS Controls / Benchmarks
• State RAMP security standards (DIR, TAC 202)
• Experience performing security assessments and cloud compliance reviews.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a multi-agency environment.
• Problem-solving and analytical-thinking skills.
• Experience working in regulated government or public-sector environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Palo Alto certifications: PCNSA, PCNSE, PCCET, Prisma Cloud Certified Engineer
• Cloud certifications: AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
• Experience supporting State government cloud programs.
• Previous involvement in managed services or cloud operations contracts.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on cloud security or network security engineering experience.
• 3+ years working specifically with Palo Alto Networks platforms.

Position Type

• Full-time, contract/consulting for client Public Cloud Manager program
• Must pass FBI CJIS background requirements

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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