Firewall Engineer (Cyber)

Ascension Fed; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization based in Lakeland, FL is seeking a skilled Firewall Engineer to safeguard its network infrastructure. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing firewall systems to protect against cyber threats. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and proven experience with enterprise firewall solutions. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. Relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus and will be valued in this dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing enterprise firewall solutions.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and TCP/IP.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain firewall systems.
• Monitor firewall activity and logs for security incidents.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to develop security policies.

Skills

Enterprise firewall management

Network protocols

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Cisco ASA/Firepower

Fortinet

Check Point

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Firewall Engineer (Cyber) to join our cybersecurity team in Lakeland, FL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting firewall infrastructure to protect our organization's network and data assets from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain firewall systems to ensure optimal security and performance.
• Monitor firewall activity and logs to detect and respond to security incidents.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and network teams to develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Perform regular firewall rule reviews and audits to maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Implement firewall changes and updates in accordance with change management processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related issues and network connectivity problems.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies related to firewall management.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other IT and security team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing and configuring enterprise firewall solutions (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, VPNs, and security architectures.
• Electronic Security Perimeter (ESP) to evaluate compliance with NERC CIP-005-7 and CIP-007-6 (R4 & R5). Includes firewall ruleset analysis, ERC and EAP validation, IRA controls, logging, monitoring, and security configuration review.
• Experience with firewall rule base management, NAT, and access control policies.
• Familiarity with intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and other cybersecurity tools.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP Security, or vendor-specific firewall certifications are preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have the expertise to safeguard critical network infrastructure, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.