Nishith Patel Email & Phone Number

United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

As a Network Security Engineer / Firewall Engineer, I specialize in designing, deploying, and securing IT infrastructures across diverse environments. I have extensive experience managing and configuring Juniper and Palo Alto firewalls, including features such as Application & URL filtering, VPNs, Security Profiles, and Antivirus. My expertise includes working with Cisco IPsec VPN, SSL VPN, and NAT configurations, and implementing security policies, rule modifications, and optimizations across… Show more As a Network Security Engineer / Firewall Engineer, I specialize in designing, deploying, and securing IT infrastructures across diverse environments. I have extensive experience managing and configuring Juniper and Palo Alto firewalls, including features such as Application & URL filtering, VPNs, Security Profiles, and Antivirus. My expertise includes working with Cisco IPsec VPN, SSL VPN, and NAT configurations, and implementing security policies, rule modifications, and optimizations across firewall platforms like Palo Alto, Juniper, and Cisco ASA. I am skilled in using SIEM tools such as Splunk and IBM QRadar to create policies, configure alerts, and monitor network security. Additionally, I have experience with Qualys policy compliance, detecting internal and external threats, and troubleshooting with tools like Wireshark and Tcpdump. My work includes upgrading firewall platforms, handling rule migrations, managing centralized security profiles using Palo Alto Panorama, and optimizing firewall deployments in datacenter environments. I am also proficient in configuring and troubleshooting routing protocols like BGP and OSPF, as well as establishing secure site-to-site VPN tunnels. My experience extends to managing Cisco Firepower, Sourcefire IPS, FireEye, and Imperva Web Application Firewalls (WAF). With a focus on security and performance, I ensure the implementation of scalable, compliant, and optimized firewall solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern IT infrastructures. Show less

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

As a Firewall Engineer, I manage and maintain enterprise-level security infrastructures, including Juniper and Palo Alto firewalls, IPS/IDS systems, endpoint security solutions, PKI, and various network security components. My expertise spans configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting firewalls, VPNs, and advanced security systems across global networks. I have implemented enterprise-wide intrusion detection systems, managed SIEM tools, and performed real-time log and forensic analysis. My… Show more As a Firewall Engineer, I manage and maintain enterprise-level security infrastructures, including Juniper and Palo Alto firewalls, IPS/IDS systems, endpoint security solutions, PKI, and various network security components. My expertise spans configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting firewalls, VPNs, and advanced security systems across global networks. I have implemented enterprise-wide intrusion detection systems, managed SIEM tools, and performed real-time log and forensic analysis. My experience includes configuring and optimizing Juniper SRX firewalls and Palo Alto Next-Generation firewalls, ensuring robust security using features like URL filtering, antivirus, IPS, and SSL/IPsec VPNs.I have successfully executed firewall migrations, rule conversions, and complex VPN solutions, working with multiple vendors including Checkpoint, Cisco ASA, and Blue Coat Proxy appliances for content filtering, traffic shaping, and WAN optimization. I also have extensive knowledge of networking protocols like OSPF, BGP, NAT, DNS, and DHCP, and utilize tools like F5 Load Balancers for optimized performance and seamless global connectivity. Additionally, I have hands-on experience with malware detection, URL filtering, and threat remediation using Sourcefire and Blue Coat technologies. I excel in planning and implementing security policies, managing large-scale firewall deployments with centralized management (e.g., Panorama), and ensuring compliance with corporate security standards. Show less

Monroe, Louisiana, United States

As a Network Security Administrator, I provide comprehensive day-to-day support for firewall engineering, operations, and technical support across various platforms. My experience includes managing firewalls such as Palo Alto, Juniper SRX, and Cisco ASA, performing complex troubleshooting, and ensuring robust security policies and configurations. I have worked on incident management, handled connectivity issues, and performed advanced network protocol and log analysis, including SIEM tuning and… Show more As a Network Security Administrator, I provide comprehensive day-to-day support for firewall engineering, operations, and technical support across various platforms. My experience includes managing firewalls such as Palo Alto, Juniper SRX, and Cisco ASA, performing complex troubleshooting, and ensuring robust security policies and configurations. I have worked on incident management, handled connectivity issues, and performed advanced network protocol and log analysis, including SIEM tuning and monitoring through Cisco Sourcefire and Tripwire.I have expertise in designing and implementing complex routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, as well as configuring VPNs (IPSEC, Site-to-Site, and Remote Access). My responsibilities also include firewall rule management, integration of security systems like Checkpoint and Juniper, migration projects from Juniper, Cisco ASA, and Checkpoint to Palo Alto firewalls, and working with centralized management tools such as Panorama and Junos Space. Additionally, I have hands-on experience in SSL VPN, traffic inspection, packet analysis using Wireshark, and WAN optimization through Blue Coat appliances.Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented multi-sensor intrusion prevention systems, maintained firewall failover configurations, and provided security solutions for datacenter environments. My work also includes designing network policies, implementing security infrastructure, and supporting advanced load balancing systems with F5 and Checkpoint Load Sharing. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As a Network Administrator, I specialize in troubleshooting network issues using tools like Wireshark and managing network traffic monitoring through SPAN port configuration. I have extensive experience maintaining F5 load balancers for critical applications, decommissioning Cisco routers, and configuring switchports. My responsibilities include performing monthly password changes on network devices, supporting network upgrades, and resolving customer issues daily through the Remedy trouble… Show more As a Network Administrator, I specialize in troubleshooting network issues using tools like Wireshark and managing network traffic monitoring through SPAN port configuration. I have extensive experience maintaining F5 load balancers for critical applications, decommissioning Cisco routers, and configuring switchports. My responsibilities include performing monthly password changes on network devices, supporting network upgrades, and resolving customer issues daily through the Remedy trouble ticketing system.I have successfully coordinated and supported the decommissioning of data center equipment, particularly for the FAMS Data Center, where I managed inventory, tracked equipment, and ensured accountability through meticulous data management. Additionally, I orchestrated maintenance windows for strategic shutdowns and collaborated with project directors to provide regular updates. I monitored networks using SolarWinds Orion and played a key role in decommissioning and preparing data centers for closure. Show less