Checkpoint Firewall Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Checkpoint Firewall Engineer to design, implement, manage, and support enterprise network security infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Check Point Firewall technologies and a strong understanding of network security principles, architecture, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Check Point Firewalls and related security components.
• Manage security policies, NAT rules, and VPN configurations across multiple environments.
• Monitor firewall performance, logs, and alerts to ensure optimal operation and compliance.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for security and connectivity issues.
• Conduct firmware upgrades, patch management, and security hardening of firewall systems.
• Collaborate with network, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to ensure robust security posture.
• Participate in incident response and change management processes.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and SOPs.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools or improvements to existing firewall architectures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience managing and supporting Check Point Firewall technologies (R80.x or newer).
• Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, NAT, routing, etc.).
• Experience with security policy management, SSL/IPSec VPNs, and threat prevention modules.
• Familiarity with Check Point SmartConsole, SmartDashboard, and Gaia OS.
• Working knowledge of network monitoring tools and SIEM integration.
• Relevant certifications preferred Check Point CCSA / CCSE.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other firewall or security platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA).
• Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash) for automation and reporting.
• Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP firewalls).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.