Firewall Engineer
$3,000,000–$5,000,000 year
On-siteMumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job Summary
Design, configure, and manage firewall policies for enterprise IT environments using Cisco, Sophos, Cybird, Quick Heal, Kaspersky, and Norton. Implement secure network segmentation via VLANs, routing, NAT, and ACLs, while deploying and troubleshooting IPSec and SSL/TLS VPN solutions. Conduct technical demonstrations and proof-of-concept deployments to validate security capabilities for client engagements, and provide pre-sales support with solution architectures. Monitor logs for anomalies, respond to incidents, and document configurations to maintain audit readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align firewall settings with enterprise security policies and stay current with emerging threats.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in firewall administration and network security within enterprise IT environments
- Proven expertise in firewall technologies, including policy management, rule optimization, and troubleshooting
- Strong working knowledge of networking fundamentals: routing, VLANs, NAT, ACLs, and IP addressing (IPv4/IPv6)
- Experience with enterprise-grade security products such as Cisco Firewalls, Sophos, Cybird, Quick Heal, Kaspersky, Norton, or similar
- Demonstrated ability to perform demo/POC deployments and deliver technical guidance during pre-sales engagements
- Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL/TLS) and secure remote access solutions
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and in team settings
- Strong communication and documentation skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving client demands and project timelines
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