Senior Security Engineer – Firewall

🕒 April 8

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

👮‍♂️ Cybersecurity / Security Engineer

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GuidePoint Security

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201 - 500 employees

🔒 Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

GuidePoint Security is a cybersecurity firm offering consulting, engineering, and managed services to help organizations secure their digital assets. The company specializes in application security, cloud security, data protection, email security, threat intelligence, and identity and access management. With solutions tailored to various platforms including AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and OT environments, GuidePoint Security aims to enhance cybersecurity resilience for both enterprise and government clients. They focus on integrating advanced security technologies and providing expertise in risk assessment, compliance, and security awareness education, helping clients navigate complex cybersecurity challenges and improve their security posture.

📋 Description

• Design, implement, and manage firewall policies across Palo Alto and Checkpoint (Cloud) virtual firewalls • Configure and optimize firewall rules to meet business and security requirements • Implement security best practices for firewall configurations and policy management • Configure and manage Prisma Access for secure remote access and cloud-delivered security services • Implement and optimize Prisma Access policies and configurations • Integrate Prisma Access with existing security infrastructure • Utilize Strata Cloud Manager for centralized firewall management and configuration • Leverage Palo Alto Networks Panorama for policy deployment and management across multiple firewalls • Manage Checkpoint Cloud configurations through centralized management platforms • Process and implement firewall change requests following change control procedures • Troubleshoot firewall connectivity and policy issues • Perform firewall configuration updates and enhancements • Collaborate with network and security teams on firewall-related projects • Utilize Strata Cloud Manager and FireMon Security Manager for configuration management • Leverage existing tools for policy deployment and operational efficiency

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of Network Security experience (Enterprise network experience preferred) • Strong/Expert Level Palo Alto and Checkpoint (Cloud) firewall configuration/engineering experience • Hands-on experience with Prisma Access configuration and deployment • User Experience with Palo Alto Networks Panorama for centralized management • Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Associate (PCCSA) or higher certification • Strong Routing and Switching knowledge with Firewall integration • Experience managing Large Firewall Deployments (50+ Firewalls) • User Experience with Splunk for log analysis and troubleshooting

🏖️ Benefits

• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options) • Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans • 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program • Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance • Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment • Pet Benefit Option