Firewall Security Administrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Check Point, etc.).
• Manage firewall rules, NAT policies, VPN tunnels, and access control lists (ACLs) to ensure secure connectivity.
• Monitor firewall logs and alerts for potential threats, anomalies, or misconfigurations.
• Review and analyze firewall change requests to ensure alignment with security policies.
• Conduct regular firewall audits and rule cleanup to improve efficiency and reduce attack surfaces.
• Collaborate with network, security, and compliance teams on projects and incident response.
• Maintain documentation of firewall configurations, policies, and change histories.
• Stay up-to-date with new vulnerabilities, patches, and emerging firewall technologies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a firewall or network security administrator.
• Hands-on experience with one or more firewall platforms such as:
• Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Check Point, or Juniper SRX
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, NAT, and VPNs (IPSec/SSL).
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS, proxy servers, and next-generation firewall (NGFW) features.
• Proficient in security policy management and firewall rule lifecycle.
• Experience with log analysis and SIEM tools for security monitoring.

Desirable Skills and Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as:
• PCNSE (Palo Alto), Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP Security, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, CISSP, or CEH
• Scripting or automation experience with Python, Ansible, or Bash.
• Exposure to cloud firewalls in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, or NIST.