Firewall Engineer - Junior Level (R-00081)

Topeka, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Information Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience in firewall administration with Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint products is required. A thorough understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, VPN) and firewall technologies is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities are necessary, as is proficiency in documenting processes. Preferred qualifications include certifications such as PCNSE, CISCO, Checkpoint, or CISSP, familiarity with scripting and automation tools like Python and Bash, and experience with advanced firewall features like IPS and application layer filtering.

Responsibilities

The Firewall Engineer will deploy, configure, and manage firewalls, including Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint. They will develop and maintain security policies and rules, conduct regular system upgrades, patches, and performance monitoring. Responsibilities also include collaborating with the IT security team on network security strategy, documenting configurations and policies, and providing technical support on network security concerns. The engineer will stay updated on cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to enhance firewall security and operational efficiency.

Skills

Firewall Management

Palo Alto

CISCO ASA

Checkpoint

Network Security

Security Policies

System Upgrades

Patch Management

Performance Monitoring

Cybersecurity Threats

Automation

Networking Protocols

True Zero Technologies

Cybersecurity services for IT environments

About True Zero Technologies

True Zero Technologies specializes in cybersecurity services and solutions, utilizing technologies such as Splunk, Tanium, and Cribl to provide actionable insights into IT environments for public and private sector organizations. The company's team delivers scalable solutions, shaping large operational and security programs.

11325 Random Hills Rd #360, Fairfax, VA 22030, USAHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

ConsultingIndustries

11-50Employees