Firewall Security Administrator - Cincinnati, OH - Contract to Hire

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

CheckPoint
Cisco
Cyber Security
Network Security
Firewall Administration
Regulatory Compliance
WAN
Security Management
Virtual Private Network
Root Cause Analysis
Security Architecture

Job Details

Firewall Security Administrator (Checkpoint Firewall Administration & Cisco Network and Security Administration Certifications)

Cincinnati, OH (2 days onsite per week)

6 months Contract to Hire

The Security Administrator role is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and supporting various hardware and software security solutions to support the operations of the company. The position will be on-site in our downtown Cincinnati location.

Responsibilities

Candidate should be able to handle first point escalation for all security technical and process issues

Oversee the execution and completion of assigned tasks

Troubleshooting reported problems

Create and modify firewall rule sets, policies, and security device configurations

Monitor and report on the availability of the various security layers

Perform trend analysis, identify top security incidents, and work with respective teams to minimize future risks

Document and improve existing processes

Design, set up, and configure security architecture including hardware and software solutions based on the needs of the organization

Plan and schedule changes coordinating with different stakeholders based on business needs

Facilitate and support business-to-business connectivity of mission critical interfaces and systems

Monitor security logs for alerts to troubleshoot and remediate as necessary

Support security training and awareness programs throughout the organization

Monitor, support, and report on vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, as well as compliance related solutions

Design, set up, and configure various access solutions from remote access VPNs to site-to-site VPNs using diversified security platforms

Perform root cause analysis on security events as needed

Position Requirements

Bachelor s degree with a focus on Cyber Security or related Computer Science

2-5 years of hands-on experience and expertise in firewall solution delivery practices which include upgrade, research, design, build, deploy, administration, and support.

Ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly, and technical language.

Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.

Proven hands-on experience with firewall technologies and comprehensive knowledge of networking communications and network security

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

The ability to conduct research into a wide range of security issues is required.

Highly self-motivated and directed with a strong attention to detail.

Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Technologies

Checkpoint Firewall Administration - Certification highly preferred

Cisco Network and Security Administration - Certification preferred

Azure experience with Network Security Groups and Application Security Groups

KnowBe4 Security Awareness

SD-WAN knowledge

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