Palo Alto Networks from Policy to Code: Automate PAN-OS security policies with Python precision

Create automated security policies for Palo Alto Networks firewalls that transform manual processes into scalable, code-based solutions

Key Features
Streamline security policy deployment using Python and automation tools
Learn how PAN-OS processes and secures enterprise network traffic
Implement automated security actions for real-time threat mitigation
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Book Description
Palo Alto Networks firewalls are the gold standard for enterprise security, offering advanced threat prevention, but managing them manually often means endless hours of policy configurations, error-prone processes, and the constant struggle to maintain consistency across deployments.

Two seasoned cybersecurity experts who know the struggles first hand and have deep insights from their time at Palo Alto Networks wrote this book to show you how to transform frustrating manual processes into a streamlined, automated solutions using a code-driven approach that bridges the gap between powerful technology and efficient implementation.

From Next-Generation Firewall fundamentals to designing robust security policies and automating them using Python, you’ll find everything you need in one place. While most other resources focus on theory or vendor documentation, this book delivers a hands-on guide packed with best practices and automation strategies. You'll learn how to integrate security policies with IT workflows, leverage automation frameworks like PAN-OS SDKs, and apply Infrastructure-as-Code techniques for efficient deployments.

By the end of this Palo Alto book, you’ll have the skills to optimize security configurations, improve compliance, and use Python-driven automation to manage policies at scale.

What you will learn
Design enterprise-grade security policies for Palo Alto firewalls
Automate firewall policy deployment using Python and PAN-OS APIs
Test firewall policies using manual and automated QA techniques
Integrate Palo Alto firewalls with IT Help Desk and external systems
Optimize firewall performance while maintaining strong security controls
Understand Next-Gen Firewall fundamentals and traffic processing
Manage firewall configurations using CLI, APIs, and automation tools
Who this book is for
This book is for firewall engineers, security engineers, consultants, technical architects, and CISOs who want to enhance their network security expertise through Policy as Code on Palo Alto Networks firewalls. It's also perfect for those with working knowledge of Python programming and hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks' Next-Gen firewalls, whether in business, government, or education. This book will help network engineers, security architects, and DevSecOps professionals simplify firewall management and reduce operational overhead.