Firewall Analyst

Red Oak Technologies; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 67,502 - 85,411; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Colorado is seeking a Firewall Analyst to support their financial services client. The role involves maintaining firewall technologies and ensuring network security. Candidates must have a relevant degree and experience with enterprise-level firewall systems. The position offers a range of $49.00/hr to $62.00/hr, with remote and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise-level firewall, intrusion prevention solutions, and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, design, install, configure, operate, and maintain enterprise-level next-generation firewall technologies.
• Participate in technical research and documentation for network security.

Skills

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Strong technical problem-solving skills

Solid foundation in TCP/IP

Knowledge of layer 2 and 3 Cisco technologies

Familiarity with routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)

Working knowledge of VoIP and SIP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco ASA

Firepower

Job description

Sr. Technical Recruiter at Red Oak Technologies

Red Oak Technologies is a leading provider of comprehensive resourcing solutions across IT, Marketing, Finance, Business Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering.

Client is a financial services company seeking a Firewall Analyst to join the team. This is a contract to hire position. The role is remote with a hybrid option (2x per week in Lakewood, CO). Candidates must reside in the state of Colorado to be considered for the role.

Base pay range

$49.00/hr - $62.00/hr

Position Summary

Responsibilities include evaluation, design, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of enterprise-level next-generation firewall technologies (Cisco ASA, Firepower, IPS, VPN) in a 24x7 enterprise environment. Participate in technical research, documentation and projects with a primary focus on Data Center, Cloud, Campus, and Branch network security. Ability to participate in after-hours on-call work as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge in the administration and implementation of enterprise-level firewall, intrusion prevention solutions, and VPNs, with specialization in Cisco ASA and Firepower.
• Maintain an understanding of network infrastructure including Cloud, Data Center, Campus, Wireless (WLAN) and WAN.
• Work on high-complexity projects involving network segmentation, intrusion detection and prevention, configuration and optimization.
• Regularly audit firewall configurations across Data Center, Campus, Wireless and WAN segments.
• Support implementation projects; assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating aspects of the project.
• Establish, maintain, and troubleshoot VPN connections to 3rd party entities. Provide escalation support for firewall configuration and troubleshooting with Branch WAN and Campus networks; guide network admins in problem resolution.
• Provide input to Management to keep projects on schedule.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Understand and comply with the Security in the Workplace policy.

Position Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• A combination of post-high school education, job-related certification and related experience equivalent to 5 years may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or other technical field.
• Experience in administering enterprise-level next-generation Firepower firewall technology in a medium to large organization.

Desired Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities; able to balance multiple projects and meet objectives.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Solid foundation in TCP/IP, OSI, routing, VLANs, QoS, capacity management.
• Knowledge of layer 2 and 3 technologies with Cisco devices (routers, switches, firewalls, WAAS, load balancers).
• Familiarity with routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP).
• Working knowledge of VoIP, SIP and voice gateways.
• Working knowledge of WLAN routing, switching, packet analysis and wireless connectivity.
• Working knowledge of Contact Center technologies, including queues, scripting, call recording, WFM and reporting.
• Ability to administer and troubleshoot WAN, MPLS, SIP, internet connections from T1 to 10 Gb, and to implement security measures on network devices.
• General understanding of virtual servers, operating systems, encryption technologies, web services and database systems.

Red Oak Technologies is committed to diversity and invites applications from people of all backgrounds. Apply today to connect with a recruiter.

Note: Compensation rates are based on years of experience and/or level of skills relevant to the opportunity.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology, Engineering, and Other
• Industries: Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services

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