Firewall Engineer

Job Description

- Drive the implementation and compliance of IT policy for network and firewall architecture.

- Assist in security incidents and provide expertise in remediation efforts.

- Research the latest industry practices and technologies as well as emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

- Install, configure and support network and firewall infrastructure

- Develop requirements for firewall rule implementation including source and destination IPs, Ports, Transport Protocol

- Identifying root cause of incidents and making appropriate recommendation to avoid future failure

- Being proactive to anticipate issues or situations which impact service quality

- Participate in network related vulnerabilities testing and drill.

- Participate in IT audit and DRP.

- Assist in any other duties as assigned from time to time, where applicable.

Requirements

- Degree/Diploma in IT/Computer Engineering/Computer Studies

- Familiar with LAN and WAN technologies

- Proficient in Firewall (Palo Alto/ Fortinet), IDS/IPS, Remote Access and general network security concept

- Familiar with DNS, NAC (Clearpass), monitoring tools

- Service-oriented, interpersonal skills and adaptable to a fast-paced dynamic environment

- Experience in one or more Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google, etc for wide range of services

- Familiar with Palo Alto SASE solutions

- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skill.

- Certifications in Palo Alto would be an advantage

Originally posted on Himalayas