Global Firewall & Perimeter Security Lead

Quintall; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home Office Flexibility

Company Mobile Phone

Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Learning & Training

Career Development

Flexible Work Practices

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Senior Network Security professional to oversee firewall and VPN management, ensuring high-security standards across global deployments. You will guide FCA processes, mentor external teams, and collaborate on NGFW and IPS/IDS initiatives.

With 10+ years in information/security and CCNP-level networking, you’ll contribute to design and policy management while aligning with ABB’s security standards. A hybrid work setup supports flexible collaboration with global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.
• Excellent knowledge of Networks and NGFW technologies.
• Proficiency in managing Firewall and VPN technologies.
• Proficient knowledge of Zero Trust Network Access platforms.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage client requests and navigate challenging interactions.
• CCNP level networking knowledge.
• Exposure to firewall, IPS, VPN, SWG, WAF, Network Security Policy Management tools and DDoS protection.
• 10+ years of Information/Network Security experience including 3–4 years in Firewalls and policy management.
• Experience with global OEMs like Cisco, Check Point, Palo Alto, AKAMAI, Zscaler, NetSkope, Algosec.

Responsibilities

• Approve and manage Firewall Change Requests while ensuring compliance with standards.
• Oversee operation of Firewall management tool, including configuration and optimization.
• Train and manage external team members for FCA and SLA adherence.
• Lead firewall-related projects including IPS/IDS or remote access initiatives.
• Maintain NGFW and IPS/IDS expertise across vendors.
• Contribute to network design and planning with stakeholders.
• Document procedures and services for clear communication and compliance.
• Support business security with ABB network standards policies.

Skills

Networks

NGFW technologies

Firewall management

VPN technologies

Zero Trust access

CCNP level networking

Multi-vendor experience

Security policy management

DDoS protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Job description

ABB is seeking a Senior Network Security professional to oversee firewall and VPN management, ensuring high-security standards across global deployments. You will guide FCA processes, mentor external teams, and collaborate on NGFW and IPS/IDS initiatives.

With 10+ years in information/security and CCNP-level networking, you’ll contribute to design and policy management while aligning with ABB’s security standards. A hybrid work setup supports flexible collaboration with global teams.