Palo Alto Networks from Policy to Code

Name: Palo Alto Networks from Policy to Code
Brand: Packt Publishing
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Create robust firewall policies and automate deployment efficiently

By: Nikolay Matveev, Migara Ekanayake

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eBook | 29 July 2025

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Develop and implement automated security policies for Palo Alto Networks firewalls, and turn manual configurations into scalable, efficient, and code-based security solutions

Key Features

Streamline security policy deployment with Python and automation tools
Learn how PAN-OS processes and secures enterprise network traffic
Implement automated security actions for real-time threat mitigation
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

Palo Alto Networks firewalls lead in enterprise security and advanced threat prevention. However, IT teams struggle with manual policy configurations, error-prone processes, and maintaining consistency across deployments. Written by two seasoned cybersecurity professionals with decades of industry experience, including at Palo Alto Networks, this book transforms firewall security management into a streamlined, automated, and code-driven approach - bridging the gap between powerful technology and efficient implementation. This book helps you understand everything from Next-Generation Firewall fundamentals to designing robust security policies and automating them using Python. While most other resources focus on theory or vendor documentation, this book provides a hands-on approach, best practices, and automation strategies. You'll learn how to integrate security policies with IT workflows, leverage automation frameworks like PAN-OS SDKs, and deploy policies efficiently using Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies. By the end of this Palo Alto book, you'll have the expertise to optimize security configurations, improve compliance, and leverage 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 skills with Policy as Code on Palo Alto Networks firewalls. It's also perfect for those with a working knowledge of Python programming along with hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks' Next-Gen firewalls, whether it's in a business, government, or educational setting. This book equips network engineers, security architects, and DevSecOps professionals with the skills to simplify firewall management and reduce operational overhead.