Firewall Operations Lead & Architect

EY; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,900 - 265,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking a Firewall Operations Solution Architect/Network Sensing Analyst to deploy, configure, and manage firewall and network sensing solutions across client environments. You will monitor traffic, analyze security events, and respond to incidents to mitigate risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve overall security posture.

The role supports hybrid work and requires hands-on firewall experience, strong security fundamentals, and the ability to operate in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in network security operations with firewall management.
• Hands-on experience with firewall products is required.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.
• Experience with Checkpoint and Tufin technologies.
• Experience with Splunk and familiarity with network visibility solutions like Netography.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and ticketing systems for incident management.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and optimize firewall solutions to establish effective security controls.
• Monitor network traffic and security events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct thorough analysis of security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain firewall policies, rules, and documentation to align with best practices and compliance requirements.
• Provide support for security audits and assessments, promoting adherence to security standards and policies.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security awareness training for staff regarding firewall operations and network security best practices.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on firewall management and incident response processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Incident response

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

Netography

Checkpoint

Tufin

Job description

EY is seeking a Firewall Operations Solution Architect/Network Sensing Analyst to deploy, configure, and manage firewall and network sensing solutions across client environments. You will monitor traffic, analyze security events, and respond to incidents to mitigate risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve overall security posture.

The role supports hybrid work and requires hands-on firewall experience, strong security fundamentals, and the ability to operate in a