Security Specialist with Firewalls

Must have skills: Firewalls (Fortinet and Checkpoint) as well as Skills in scripting; Python, Ansible, PowerShell.

Job Description:

• 3-5 years of experience working in Network Services
• Experience with Network Technologies
• Firewall (Fortinet and Checkpoint) Add, modify, delete Firewall rules, NAT rules and Object groups
• Leadership: Self-starter, self-directed and shows initiative
• Demonstrates ownership: Is accountable and can hold others accountable (professionally)
• Organized and detail oriented
• Strong technical acumen
• Strong analytical skills
• Understands network-based technologies and protocols; demonstrates competency (or capability to be successful) in the ability to translate business requirements into business solutions and successfully position with customers
• Proven ability to manage short and long-term engagements with multiple project tracks and teams
• Ability to interact with clients at all levels with capacity to manage and set client expectations
• Firm understanding of IT Service Management processes and project management (i.e., ITIL and Agile)
• Ability to manage client escalations and negotiate resolution
• Industry Certifications in Fortinet NSE (1-8), Checkpoint CCTA, CCTE, CCSA, CCSE or equivalent experience
• Industry Certification in Cisco CCNA, CCNP, and CCIE or equivalent experience
• Skills in scripting; Python, Ansible, PowerShell
• Automation Skills - Expect, Rancid, REST/SOAP
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Experience in Networking-related disciplines within a design, implementation, or operations role
• Relevant Industry certifications in Network Technologies
• Experience of working within Financial services (Insurance, Banking, Investment banking)
• Experience with other network technologies
• Splunk, ECSL, WAN, MAN, LAN, Optical, Routing, Switching, Proxy/Threat Prevention, DDI, Load Balancing, and AAA.