Why Work Here?
Employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace, and we are always supported in our career journey. We believe in creating a workplace where you can thrive professionally while contributing to something greater and serving our communities.
About the Role:
Are you ready to shape the future of cybersecurity at ATCO? Step into a dynamic role where you’ll lead the charge in designing and launching our cutting-edge Palo Alto environment. You’ll work hands-on with advanced technologies like Global Protect Agent, PAC File, Prisma Access Browser, TNA, SWG, Advanced URL Filtering, DNS Security, Threat Prevention, and WildFire Sandboxing—plus even more innovative features!
As the go-to technical leader, you’ll guide our talented Palo Alto Analysts, setting the standard for architectural excellence and technical best practices. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement, ensuring our systems are always optimized for peak performance.
But that’s not all—your leadership will be crucial in:
Driving innovation: Recommend and implement improvements for maximum efficiency and security.
Owning operations: Oversee the health and performance of our Palo Alto environment, with a proactive approach to capacity planning, maintenance, and event monitoring.
Empowering teams: Mentor analysts and collaborate across departments to deliver seamless, secure solutions.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and want to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to shine!
What You Get to Do:
Operational Support
Assist in configuring and deploying Prisma Access components:
Global Protect Agent, PAC File, Prisma Access Browser
ZTNA Connectors and Service Connections
Support integration of remote networks via IPSec tunnels and bandwidth provisioning
Help implement security services including:
ZTNA, SWG, Advanced URL Filtering, DNS Security, Threat Prevention, WildFire Sandboxing
CASB, SaaS Inline, GenAI Access Security, and browser-based DLP
Monitor and analyze logs via Strata Cloud Manager; assist in incident triage and reporting
Document configurations, workflows, and standard operating procedures
Collaborate with network, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure seamless implementation
Participate in testing, validation, and troubleshooting of access and security policies
Work with the ATCO Network team and the Network support vendor team to ensure they are following Palo Alto best practices
Documentation
Responsible for the continued documentation of the overall Palo Alto environment
Planning and Requirements
Support initiatives such as new or enhanced cyber security projects being considered that require Palo Alto services
Assist in the translation of security or network requirements into Palo Alto technical requirements and/or solutions
Contribute to the formulation and definition of system scope and objectives based on operational or project requirements as they relate to Palo Alto
Collaborate with the EA, Design Authority and Cloud Architects to ensure that the Palo Alto architecture fully supports ongoing operations and projects
Participate in cloud solution design to ensure completeness of technical scope and implementation
Research and Technical Evaluation
Keep abreast of new and emerging Palo Alto functionalities and/or service offerings
Maintain knowledge of cloud technologies, monitoring, and automation products in the ATCO environment
Work with the Design Authority to recommend new Palo Alto technology direction or options to maintain competitive advantages
Financial Operations
Recommend and action opportunities for cost and efficiency savings
Assist in reporting on Palo Alto usage, performance, and costs for the organization
What You Bring:
Post secondary education in Information Systems or related field
PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks) certification
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or IT infrastructure
3+ years of Palo Alto experience
Understanding of VPNs, IPSec, ZTNA, SWG, and cloud-based security models
Ability to translate functional processes and technical system requirements to support the successful integration of cloud technology solutions to meet business needs
Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and able to use non-technical language to explain technology to non-IT stakeholders
Ability to work in a team environment, build collaborative relationships, and negotiate with stakeholders
Have an innovative mindset, and a proven track record in identifying, proposing, prototyping, documenting, and overseeing the execution of cloud technology solutions
The ability to mentor and teach more junior team members
The skill to create reports and integrate when requested will be considered an asset
CompTIA Security+ certification is an asset
Familiarity with Palo Alto Networks technologies (Prisma Access, Global Protect, WildFire, etc.) is an asset
Experience with Cloud Fundamentals (Azure, GCP, or OCI) is an asset
What We Offer:
A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
Competitive compensation
Flex benefits
Tuition assistance program
Training and mentorship programs
Charitable donation matching
We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at www.atco.com. ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional territories and homelands on which many of our ATCO operations and facilities are located. We honour and respect the diverse history, languages, ceremonies, and culture of the Indigenous Peoples who call these areas home.
