Firewall Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Firewall Specialist to support network transformation initiatives, including major changes and critical migrations. The role involves hands-on work with firewall technologies, routing & switching, and basic SD-WAN, along with end-to-end project delivery responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage network-related change management activities, including major changes and critical migrations
• Design, configure, and deploy firewall policies across environments
• Execute firewall application migration methodologies and ensure seamless transitions
• Work with Fortigate and Cisco ASA firewalls, as well as Cisco routers and switches
• Support network infrastructure migration and secure application flow through firewalled environments
• Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned network delivery projects
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders, including banking personnel
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, processes, and controls
• Develop documentation, conduct knowledge transfer, and hand over solutions to operations teams

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Firewalls: Fortigate, Cisco ASA
• Routing & Switching: Cisco
• Experience with firewall policy configuration and deployment
• Proven track record in network migration projects
• Solid understanding of change management processes
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Relevant networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, NSE, or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of SD-WAN technologies
• Experience working in banking or highly regulated environments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale network transformation projects
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Exposure to cutting-edge network and security technologies