About this role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Implementation Firewall Engineer to support the deployment, configuration, and implementation of network security solutions in enterprise environments. The candidate will be responsible for firewall implementation, VPN setup, troubleshooting, migration activities, and security policy management while ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to security standards.
Key Responsibilities?
Deploy, configure, and implement firewall solutions in customer or enterprise environmentsConfigure security policies, NAT rules, VPN tunnels, and access control lists (ACLs)Support firewall migration and cutover activities during implementation windowsTroubleshoot network connectivity, routing, VPN, and firewall-related issuesPerform firmware upgrades, backup, and restore activitiesValidate firewall functionality and traffic flow after implementationCoordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers during implementation activitiesPrepare implementation documentation, network diagrams, and handover reportsEnsure compliance with security standards and organizational policiesParticipate in maintenance windows and change management processes Essential Qualifications:
Education & Experience: Degree or equivalent with 1–3 years in IT/networkingCore Networking Skills: Routing & Switching fundamentals, Firewall Administration (security policy creation, rule optimisation, access control, zone based security, object and service management, high availability, etc), Security Concepts (IDS/IPS, URL filtering, App control, Threat Prevention, SSL inspection, Zero Trust, etc), Troubleshooting skills (Packet capture, log analysis, traffic flow, session monitoring, CLI debugging, etc)Specialization: Good in 1–2 brands of firewall knowledge, Enterprise Network, or SecurityCertification: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)/ Checkpoint CCSA/Palo Alto PCNSA/Fortinet NSE/CompTIA Security+Technical Skills:
Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLAN, Routing, Switching)Knowledge of firewall technologies and security conceptsExperience with VPN technologies (IPSec/SSL VPN)Familiarity with routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP is an advantageBasic troubleshooting and log analysis skillsFamiliarity with Linux/CLI environmentsSoft Skills:
Good communication and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work independently and in a team environmentWillingness to work during maintenance or implementation windowsGood documentation and reporting skills We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.
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