Firewall Engineer

Agile Resources, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Firewall Engineer to design, build, and maintain a robust information security infrastructure in Phoenix, AZ. This role requires 5+ years of firewall management experience and strong knowledge of Cisco technologies. The role is remote but candidates must be local to Phoenix for on-site tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing advanced network security solutions and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in firewall management.
• Strong experience with Cisco firewalls and Firewall Management Center (FMC).
• Proven ability to configure, test, and administer complex network security environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions across on-premises and cloud platforms.
• Manage the full lifecycle of firewall technologies.
• Monitor and resolve network security issues.

Skills

Firewall management

Configuration and testing of security solutions

Collaboration with internal teams

Education

CCNA Security or CCNP Security certification

Tools

Cisco firewalls

Firewall Management Center (FMC)

Azure firewalls

Job description

Overview

NOTE: Only candidates local to Phoenix, AZ will be considered for this position.

Our client is seeking an experienced Firewall Engineer to design, build, and maintain a robust information security infrastructure across both on-prem and cloud environments.

Role Details

6-month contract (potential for extension).

Remote role, but needs to be local to Phoenix, AZ to be able to come on-site occasionally for network access requirements, equipment pickup, and occasional team meetings.

Able to use W2 or visa candidates.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced network security solutions across on-premises and cloud platforms
• Manage the full lifecycle of firewall and network security technologies, including configuration, testing, deployment, and ongoing administration
• Administer and support Cisco firewalls and Firewall Management Center (FMC)
• Implement and maintain Azure firewalls and cloud security controls
• Support Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), VPN solutions, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and network monitoring tools
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve firewall and network security issues
• Ensure security configurations align with organizational policies and industry best practices
• Collaborate with internal teams to support security initiatives and infrastructure changes

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in firewall management
• Strong experience with Cisco firewalls and Firewall Management Center (FMC)
• Experience supporting VPNs, IPS, and network monitoring platforms
• Familiarity with cloud security technologies, including Azure firewalls
• Proven ability to configure, test, and administer complex network security environments

Education & Certifications

• CCNA Security or CCNP Security certification required