Firewall Engineer

Ascension Fed; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology organization is seeking a Firewall Engineer to design and implement cutting-edge firewall solutions. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and over 5 years of experience in network security. Responsibilities include designing network protection systems, monitoring firewall performance, collaborating with other IT teams, and providing technical support. Familiarity with firewall technologies such as Palo Alto and Cisco is essential, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on security innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network security.
• Strong understanding of firewall technologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement firewall solutions for network protection.
• Monitor and maintain firewall systems for performance.
• Collaborate with IT teams for integration with systems.
• Stay updated with firewall technologies and security threats.
• Provide technical support for firewall-related issues.

Skills

Network security principles

Palo Alto Networks

Cisco Firepower

Check Point

Fortinet

SD-WAN

VPN configurations

Python

Ruby

Intrusion detection and prevention

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Job description

The Firewall Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining firewall solutions for our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of network security principles and experience with various firewall technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement firewall solutions to protect the organization's network
• Monitor and maintain firewall systems to ensure optimal performance and security
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure firewall solutions are integrated with other systems
• Stay up-to-date with the latest firewall technologies and security threats
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for firewall-related issues
• Develop and maintain documentation related to firewall solutions and configurations
• Hands-on expertise with enterprise firewall technologies such as Palo Alto Networks, Cisco Firepower, Check Point, Fortinet, or equivalent solutions.
• Experience implementing SD-WAN, VPN configurations, and cloud-based firewall solutions (e.g., Azure Firewall, AWS Security Groups).
• In-depth knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.
• Familiarity with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and cybersecurity threat intelligence.
• Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Python, Ruby, or equivalent.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security and firewall engineering
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
• Experience with various firewall technologies, such as Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, and Fortinet
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team