Proxy Specialist - Hybrid - 6 months (Long term program)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Proxy Specialist for a 6-month hybrid role in London. The professional will manage the migration from Bluecoat to FortiProxy, ensuring secure project delivery. Responsibilities include collaboration across IT teams and creating migration documentation. Ideal candidates possess strong expertise in Proxy architecture and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Bluecoat to FortiProxy migrations.
• Deep expertise in FortiProxy/Web Secure Gateway.
• Strong knowledge of Bluecoat configuration translation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration from Bluecoat to FortiProxy.
• Implement, test, and optimize the new Proxy solution.
• Define strategy, timelines, and technical requirements.

Skills

Bluecoat to FortiProxy migrations

FortiProxy/Web Secure Gateway

Proxy architecture

TCP/IP

HTTP/S protocols

Web filtering

SSL inspection

DLP

Education

Fortinet certifications (NSE 4+)

Bluecoat certifications

Job description

Job Description

Proxy Specialist - Hybrid - 6 months (Long term program)

My client is looking for a Proxy Specialist with strong experience migrating from Bluecoat (Symantec) to FortiProxy (Web Secure Gateway). You'll lead a key migration project within an enterprise environment, ensuring secure, smooth delivery.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 6 months (with strong potential for extension)
• Day Rate: £550 - £600 Per Day
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35
• Location: London - Hybrid
• Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration from Bluecoat to FortiProxy
• Implement, test, and optimize the new Proxy solution
• Define strategy, timelines, and technical requirements
• Collaborate with security, network, and IT teams
• Ensure performance, compliance, and security standards
• Create migration documentation and support handover

Experience

• Proven experience with Bluecoat to FortiProxy migrations
• Deep expertise in FortiProxy/Web Secure Gateway
• Strong knowledge of Bluecoat configuration translation
• Background in web filtering, SSL inspection, DLP
• Solid understanding of Proxy architecture and TCP/IP, HTTP/S protocols
• Fortinet certifications (eg, NSE 4+), Bluecoat certs

Proxy Specialist - Hybrid - 6 months (Long term program)