Senior Firewall Operations Architect

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

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 while collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture.

The role emphasizes operational coverage, change support, root-cause analysis, and documentation of firewall policies in line with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in network security operations, with a focus on 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
• Experience with security monitoring tools such as 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.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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

Firewall management

Checkpoint

Tufin

Splunk

Incident response

ITIL processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Cybersecurity

Tools

Netography

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 while collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture.

The role emphasizes operational coverage, change support, root-cause analysis, and documentation of firewall policies in line with industry standards.