Checkpoint Firewall Engineer

1 - 2 years

7 - 8 Lacs

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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.

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