
Network Security Engineer Checkpoint/Juniper
Posted 1 day ago by Access Computer Consulting Plc on JobServe
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: The Network Security Engineer Level 3 role involves implementing firewall change requests and managing related router changes within a hybrid working environment. The position requires solid industry experience in network security, including the configuration of various firewall devices and troubleshooting in a security context. The engineer will also liaise with carriers and vendors for installations while ensuring adherence to documented deployment processes. This role demands strong analytical and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in global teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement firewall change requests and related L2/L3 router changes.
- Create and install Checkpoint objects for initial firewall policy.
- Build and configure firewall devices (Checkpoint, Juniper, Cisco).
- Build and configure proxies and IDS.
- Provide troubleshooting in security environments, fault escalation, and connectivity issues.
- Liaise with carriers and vendors for installations.
- Manage change request systems and network monitoring/management tools.
- Follow documented deployment processes and ITIL service management principles.
Key Skills:
- Solid industry experience in networking and network security.
- Proficiency in Checkpoint, Juniper, and Cisco firewalls.
- Certified security engineer (CCSE or comparable).
- Certified technical engineer (Cisco CCNP or comparable).
- Understanding of loop prevention protocols and troubleshooting routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, RIP).
- Experience with Linux/UNIX.
- Knowledge of IOS/operating systems and CatOS troubleshooting.
- Understanding of trunking protocols (VTP, 802.1Q).
- Good communication skills in English and local language.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to work in virtual global teams.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT