Firewall Engineer

Sopra Steria USA; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Work-from-abroad

Annual leave 18 days

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Training opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Sopra Steria in Singapore seeks a seasoned Firewall Engineer to design, implement and manage Fortinet FortiGate firewall solutions for a European bank client in a regulated environment. You will lead or support enterprise firewall projects, configure policies, and ensure security best practices across the network infrastructure.

The role requires 6–8 years in network security with Fortinet experience, NSE4 certification, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in network security with firewall focus.
• Hands-on Fortinet FortiGate experience in design and/or implementation.
• Fortinet NSE4 certification is required for this role.
• Strong knowledge of VPNs, NAT, IPS, and threat prevention.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and deploy firewall solutions, primarily Fortinet FortiGate.
• Lead or support end-to-end firewall projects in enterprise environments.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize firewall policies per security best practices.
• Perform firewall rule reviews, audits, and compliance checks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to deliver security upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve firewall and network security issues.
• Support change management, documentation, and handover processes.

Skills

Firewall design

FortiGate

Network security

VPNs & IPS

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project delivery

Education

NSE4 Fortinet Certification

Tools

FortiGate Firewall

Job description

Company Description

Sopra Steria is a listed European technology leader specializing in Consulting, Digital Services, and Software. With over 51,000 employees worldwide across Europe, North America and Asia, the Group supports organizations in driving their digital transformation and delivering sustainable business value.

In Asia Pacific, Singapore serves as the regional headquarter for Sopra Steria’s Infrastructure, Cloud and Cybersecurity services.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

We are looking for an experienced Firewall Engineer to support one of our clients – a well established European investment bank, to support network security initiatives, including firewall design, implementation and project delivery. This role is critical in ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure within a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and deploy firewall solutions, primarily using Fortinet technologies
• Lead or support end-to-end firewall projects, including new installations and architecture design
• Configure, maintain, and optimize firewall policies in accordance with security best practices
• Perform firewall rule reviews, audits, and compliance checks
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver security enhancements and infrastructure upgrades
• Troubleshoot and resolve firewall and network security issues
• Support change management, documentation, and operational handover processes

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 - 8 years of experience in network security, with a strong focus on firewall technologies
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate) in both design and/or implementation
• Proven experience in firewall deployment projects within enterprise environmentsFortinet certification (NSE4 or above) is required
• Good understanding of network security principles, including VPNs, NAT, IPS, and threat prevention
• Experience working in banking or financial services environments is highly preferred
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in the banking sector
• Exposure to network architecture design and security frameworks

Additional Information

Work-life balance: Hybrid working mode and Work-from-Abroad benefits, 18 days of Annual leave
Health & insurance: Comprehensive coverage including General Practitioner, hospitalization, dental, and optical
Performance incentives: Annual bonus based on individual performance
Learning & development: Training programs, certification opportunities, and training incentives to support career growth
Team culture: Regular team-building activities and social events