Zero Trust Security Engineer
Seneca, Pensacola, FL, United States
Position Title:
Zero Trust Security Engineer
Location:
Pensacola, FL (Hybrid)
Clearance Requirements:
None
Position Status:
Contract
Pay Rate:
$60.00 - $65.00/hr (W2)
Position Description:
We are seeking a Zero Trust Security Engineer to support enterprise security initiatives by translating Zero Trust requirements into firewall rule implementations. This role is execution-focused and serves as the primary point of accountability for ensuring firewall and security rules are implemented accurately, validated, and fully auditable across platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Translate Zero Trust requirements into detailed firewall rule requests
Submit and manage firewall changes with complete technical specifications (users, groups, apps, ports, protocols)
Act as liaison between Zero Trust, IAM, firewall, and application teams
Track requests end-to-end and resolve implementation issues
Validate rules to ensure alignment with approved policies
Perform post-implementation testing for authorized/unauthorized access
Identify and fix misconfigurations or policy drift
Maintain documentation for audit and compliance
Required Skills/Education:
5-10 years of network security/firewall experience
Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls (Palo Alto preferred)
Strong knowledge of user-based and application-aware policies
Experience managing firewall rule requests in enterprise environments
Ability to validate implementations and troubleshoot issues
Strong communication and cross-team coordination skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Familiarity with IAM tools (Entra ID, Active Directory, RBAC)
Experience with application onboarding and firewall integration
Knowledge of audit and compliance standards
About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. We connect top talent with leading organizations, offering competitive pay, full benefits, and dedicated support throughout your career. Seneca Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Zero Trust Security Engineer
Location:
Pensacola, FL (Hybrid)
Clearance Requirements:
None
Position Status:
Contract
Pay Rate:
$60.00 - $65.00/hr (W2)
Position Description:
We are seeking a Zero Trust Security Engineer to support enterprise security initiatives by translating Zero Trust requirements into firewall rule implementations. This role is execution-focused and serves as the primary point of accountability for ensuring firewall and security rules are implemented accurately, validated, and fully auditable across platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Translate Zero Trust requirements into detailed firewall rule requests
Submit and manage firewall changes with complete technical specifications (users, groups, apps, ports, protocols)
Act as liaison between Zero Trust, IAM, firewall, and application teams
Track requests end-to-end and resolve implementation issues
Validate rules to ensure alignment with approved policies
Perform post-implementation testing for authorized/unauthorized access
Identify and fix misconfigurations or policy drift
Maintain documentation for audit and compliance
Required Skills/Education:
5-10 years of network security/firewall experience
Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls (Palo Alto preferred)
Strong knowledge of user-based and application-aware policies
Experience managing firewall rule requests in enterprise environments
Ability to validate implementations and troubleshoot issues
Strong communication and cross-team coordination skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Familiarity with IAM tools (Entra ID, Active Directory, RBAC)
Experience with application onboarding and firewall integration
Knowledge of audit and compliance standards
About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm-we are a trusted career partner. We connect top talent with leading organizations, offering competitive pay, full benefits, and dedicated support throughout your career. Seneca Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.