Senior Firewall Engineer - Pune

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Firewall Engineer to join our dedicated security team.

In this critical role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and management of

our enterprise firewall infrastructure. You will play a key part in ensuring the security and integrity of our

network by protecting against cyber threats and unauthorized access. This position demands a deep

understanding of firewall technologies, security best practices, and a proactive approach to threat mitigation.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain firewall infrastructure, including next-generation firewalls (NGFWs),

intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and related security appliances.

• Develop and enforce firewall rules and policies based on security best practices and business

requirements.

• Monitor firewall logs and security events to identify and respond to potential threats.
• Troubleshoot complex firewall issues and provide timely support to other IT teams.
• Implement and maintain VPN solutions for secure remote access.
• Collaborate with security architects and other team members to develop and implement security

strategies.

• Research and evaluate new firewall technologies and make recommendations for improvements.
• Automate firewall management tasks using scripting or other tools.
• Develop and maintain firewall documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Participate in security incident response and investigations.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior security engineers.
• Participate in on-call rotation for firewall support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in firewall engineering, with a focus on design, implementation, and

management.

• Deep understanding of firewall technologies, including stateful inspection, application-level filtering,

and intrusion prevention.

• Hands-on experience with various firewall platforms, such as Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, Fortinet,

or Cisco Firepower.

• Strong knowledge of network security best practices and standards.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as PCNSE, CCSA, CCSE, or equivalent.

• Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Experience with automation tools.
• Knowledge of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment methodologies.