Tier 3 Firewall Network Engineer_REMOTE (Only US Citizen's) No C2C

Xlysi LLC.; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Tier 3 Firewall Network Engineer to lead firewall management and network engineering efforts. This remote position offers the opportunity to work with advanced security technologies, including Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive security protocols, conducting vulnerability assessments, and mentoring junior engineers. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will shape the security architecture and enhance network resilience. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of firewall management and security protocols.
• Experience with cloud technologies and security tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain firewall rule sets and configurations.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend enhancements.

Skills

Palo Alto Firewall Expertise

Fortinet Firewall Expertise

TCP/IP Knowledge

OSI Model Understanding

SIEM Proficiency

IDS/IPS Knowledge

Vulnerability Scanning

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Cloud Security Familiarity

Education

Technical Security Certifications (CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE)

Vendor-neutral Certifications (Security+, CISM, CISSP)

Job description

Tier 3 Firewall Network Engineer

Remote

US Citizens Only

1. Firewall Management:
   • Develop and maintain comprehensive firewall rule sets.
   • Identify and implement tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for firewall security.
   • Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend security enhancements.
   • Perform patch management for security tools and customer systems.
   • Provide expert cybersecurity recommendations to leadership.
   • Design and implement network and security configurations across various platforms.
   • Execute firewall changes as per customer requirements.
   • Analyze network traffic to detect anomalies and potential threats.
2. Network Engineering:
   • Assist with the configuration and deployment of routers and switches.
   • Document and escalate security incidents, providing detailed impact assessments.
   • Develop and maintain comprehensive procedural documentation.
   • Train and mentor junior engineers.
3. Security Architecture:
   • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Palo Alto and Fortigate Firewall platforms.
   • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Imperva and Fortigate Web Application Firewall (WAF) platforms.
   • Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
   • Engineer and architect WAF and firewall solutions.
   • Develop and maintain security design documentation.
   • Integrate applications with WAF policies.
   • Provide accurate and timely project reports.
   • Recommend secure solutions aligned with information security standards.
   • Analyze firewall configurations and rule sets.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. Technical Skills:
   • Firewall Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls.
   • Network Protocols: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, and network security protocols.
   • Security Tools: Proficiency in security tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners.
   • Scripting: Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
   • Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and cloud security.
2. Certifications:
   • Mandatory: One or more technical security certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE).
   • Preferred: Vendor-neutral certifications (e.g., Security+, CISM, CISSP).