Job Description: Firewall Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Information

True Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that said outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built, a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top tier services to our customers.

In 2023, True Zero was recognized as a “Best Places to Work” in two categories ("Prosperous and Thriving" ($5MM – $50MM in gross revenue) and "Mid-Atlantic Region" (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)) and in 2022, was recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 5000 Fastest Growing Companies.

We’re actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference.

Position Overview

This role involves the deployment, configuration, and management of firewalls to safeguard critical infrastructure and data. The Firewall Engineer will play a key role in developing and maintaining security policies, conducting system upgrades, and collaborating with the IT security team to ensure a robust network security strategy.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage firewalls including Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint to safeguard critical infrastructure and data.
• Develop and maintain security policies and rules adhering to best practices, organizational requirements, and risk management frameworks.
• Conduct regular system upgrades, patches, enhancements, and performance monitoring to ensure the security and efficiency of firewall operations.
• Collaborate with the IT security team to devise and execute a comprehensive network security strategy.
• Document all configurations, modifications, and security policies related to the firewall infrastructure.
• Offer technical support and guidance to team members and other staff on network security concerns and firewall functionalities.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, technologies, and automation practices to continually enhance firewall security and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-3 years of hands-on experience in firewall administration, specifically with Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint products.
• Technical Skills:
  • Thorough understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, VPN) and firewall technologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex security systems.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a team environment and with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in documenting processes and procedures clearly and accurately.
• Location: Qualified candidates in the Topeka KS area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Certification in Palo Alto (e.g., PCNSE), CISCO, Checkpoint, and/or CISSP.
• Automation: Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (Python, Bash) for efficient firewall management, rule provisioning, and log analysis automation.
• Advanced Features: Experience in implementing and managing advanced firewall features such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and application layer filtering.

Benefits

As a True Zero team member, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary, paid twice per month
• Best in class medical coverage
• 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
• Company wide new business incentive programs
• Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
• 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
• Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
• Paternity/Maternity Leave
• Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills