Cyber SDC - Firewall Engineer - Senior

About the role

PRACTICE DESCRIPTION: As a Firewall Operations Solution Architect/Network Sensing Analyst, you will be responsible for implementing and managing firewall and network sensing solutions to protect client networks from cyber threats. You will work within a team of cybersecurity professionals to assist with providing that effective security measures are in place.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and optimize firewall solutions to establish effective security controls.
• Monitor network traffic and security events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct thorough analysis of security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain firewall policies, rules, and documentation to align with best practices and compliance requirements.
• Provide support for security audits and assessments, promoting adherence to security standards and policies.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Aid in the development and implementation of security awareness training for staff regarding firewall operations and network security best practices.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on firewall management and incident response processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in network security operations, with a focus on firewall management.
• Hands-on experience with firewall products is required.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.
• Experience with technologies such as Checkpoint and Tufin.
• Experience with security monitoring tools such as Splunk and familiarity with network visibility solutions like Netography.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and ticketing systems for incident management.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
• Continuous training and mentorship opportunities.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Access to a wide range of paid time off options.
• Hybrid model with in-person collaboration 40-60% of the time.
• Equal employment opportunity employer.