Network Security Consultant (Endpoint/Firewall, Cybersecurity)

NCS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in Singapore seeks an experienced professional to ensure the integrity of the organization's firewall infrastructure. Responsibilities include managing firewall policies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and utilizing automation tools like Ansible and Terraform. The ideal candidate has a degree in Computer Science and 3-5 years of experience with various firewall technologies. This role requires Singapore Citizenship due to project sensitivity.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Fundamental knowledge of IP networking (TCP/IP, routing).
• Experience with security assessments and penetration testing.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage firewall management solutions.
• Design and support firewall infrastructures in large environments.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and troubleshoot security issues.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Network Detection and Response

Cloud Computing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Diploma in IT or Cybersecurity

Tools

AlgoSec

Ansible

Terraform

Check Point

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Sophos

Job description

NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 13,000 has delivered large-scale, mission-critical, and multi-platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region.

In this role, you'll play a crucial part in responsible for ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the organization's firewall infrastructure, leveraging tools like AlgoSec for policy management and integrating them with automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform.

What will you do?

• Implement and manage AlgoSec firewall management solution to streamline policy management and enhance overall security posture
• Design, deploy, and support Check Point, Fortinet, Palo Alto and Sophos firewall infrastructures in large enterprise environments
• Develop and enforce security standards for network and perimeter security platforms
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on systems and networks
• Troubleshoot complex security issues and analyze security anomalies
• Configure firewalls, switches, and other network security devices
• Manage firewall policies, rules, and objects to ensure optimal performance and security
• Perform firewall upgrades, migrations, and implement high availability configurations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement appropriate network monitoring and security measures
• Utilize automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform to configure and manage network security equipment

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama, Checkpoint Firewall, Fortinet, Network Detection and Response, Cloud Computing
• Sound fundamental knowledge on IP networking (e.g. TCP/IP, routing, etc.) and Firewalls (e.g. Checkpoint, Fortigate)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Due to government project sensitivity, we will only consider Singapore Citizen

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.