Firewall Operations Lead & Network Sensing Architect

EY; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 144,900 - 265,800; Full time

Job summary

EY seeks a Firewall Operations Solution Architect/Network Sensing Analyst to deploy, configure, and manage firewall and network sensing solutions for client environments. You will provide operational coverage, handle change requests, and support incident resolution to uphold network integrity across engagements.

You will monitor traffic and security events, perform incident investigations, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance security posture in line with industry best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in network security operations with firewall management.
• Heads‑on experience with firewall products and security monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and optimize firewall solutions to establish effective security controls.
• Monitor network traffic and security events to identify potential threats.
• Analyze security incidents including root cause analysis and remediation.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate and respond to incidents.
• Develop and maintain firewall policies, rules, and documentation.
• Support security audits and promote adherence to standards.

Skills

Firewall management

Incident response

Network security operations

Security monitoring

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Check Point

Tufin

Splunk

Netography

Job description

EY seeks a Firewall Operations Solution Architect/Network Sensing Analyst to deploy, configure, and manage firewall and network sensing solutions for client environments. You will provide operational coverage, handle change requests, and support incident resolution to uphold network integrity across engagements.

You will monitor traffic and security events, perform incident investigations, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance security posture in line with industry best