Firewall Engineer

Job Title: Network Firewall Specialist – Checkpoint & Fortinet

Overview:

My client are looking for an experienced Network Firewall Engineer for an initial 6 month contract.

The role is INSIDE of IR35 and paying £530 P/D.

This contract is initial 6 Month Contract.

The client are looking for a candidate with strong Checkpoint and Fortinet technologies to support and secure mission-critical telecom infrastructure.

This role requires a strong foundation in telecommunications and hands-on experience in managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex firewall environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of network systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, configure, and maintain Checkpoint and Fortinet firewalls within a telecom setting.
• Execute regular patching and upgrades to align with security best practices and compliance standards.
• Diagnose and resolve network security issues with a focus on minimizing service disruptions.
• Analyze firewall logs and alerts to detect vulnerabilities and mitigate potential threats.
• Design and enforce firewall rules, VPNs, access controls, and other security policies.
• Collaborate with Network Operations (NOC), Security Operations (SOC), and IT teams to resolve incidents and improve infrastructure.
• Maintain thorough documentation of configurations, processes, and troubleshooting activities.