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Job Title: Firewall Architect
Contract: 12+ Months
Location: Tampa, FL
Job ref# 239781
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field or 10+ years in lieu of a degree.
Certifications: (Preferred/Required):
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
- Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
- Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) certifications
Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in network security, firewall architecture, and design
- Hands-on experience with enterprise firewall technologies such as Palo Alto Networks, Cisco Firepower, Check Point, Fortinet, or similar.
- Knowledge of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP).
- Experience with firewall rule management and optimization.
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPNs, and cloud-based firewall solutions (e.g., Azure Firewall, AWS Security Groups).
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in designing, implementing, and managing firewalls in complex environments.
- Deep understanding of firewall rule lifecycle management, segmentation, and policy enforcement.
- Knowledge of intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and threat intelligence.
- Scripting and automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
- Understanding of compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, NERC CIP, ISO 27001).
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Team collaboration and leadership skills for cross-functional projects.
Job Duties:
Design and Architecture:
- Develop and maintain firewall architecture standards for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
- Design secure network segmentation strategies to minimize risk and limit attack surfaces.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create tailored firewall solutions aligned with business objectives.
Implementation and Management:
- Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise firewalls.
- Manage firewall policies, ensuring they are optimized for security and performance
- Implement and monitor access control rules to enforce least privilege principles.
Security and Risk Management:
- Conduct firewall audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze network traffic and identify potential vulnerabilities or misconfigurations.
- Implement intrusion prevention systems and other measures to protect against threats.
Troubleshooting and Support:
- Investigate and resolve firewall-related issues, providing advanced support to operations teams.
- Monitor performance metrics and optimize firewall configurations as needed.
- Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for firewall technologies during incident response.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, rule sets, and changes.
- Generate reports on firewall health, performance, and security incidents for stakeholders.
- Provide technical guidance and training to IT teams and end-users.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Stay current with emerging firewall technologies and threat landscapes.
- Evaluate and recommend new tools or solutions to enhance the organization s network security posture.
- Develop and implement automation for routine firewall management tasks.
Collaboration:
- Partner with network, security, and application teams to align firewall solutions with broader IT strategies.
- Work with compliance teams to ensure adherence to standards and regulations.
- Act as a technical advisor for cross-functional projects involving network security.
Key Outcomes:
- Secure and optimized firewall infrastructure.
- Proactive identification and mitigation of threats.
- Compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Job ID: JOB-239781
Publish Date: 10 Jan 2025