Checkpoint Firewall Administrator Teamware Solutions

4.0 - 5.0 years

5 - 10 Lacs

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Remote

We are looking for an experienced Checkpoint Firewall Administrator with 4 to 5 years of hands-on experience in managing and securing enterprise network infrastructures using Checkpoint firewall technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of firewall policies, threat prevention, and troubleshooting in a high-availability environment. Key Responsibilities: Install, configure, and manage Checkpoint Firewalls (including SmartConsole, Security Management Server, and Gateways) Design and implement firewall policies , NAT rules , and VPN configurations Perform firewall rulebase audits , policy optimization, and regular cleanup Monitor firewall performance and identify and mitigate threats , using Checkpoint threat prevention tools (IPS, Anti-Bot, Anti-Virus, URL Filtering) Troubleshoot and resolve connectivity issues , VPN failures, and policy conflicts Perform software upgrades, patches, and hotfixes on Checkpoint devices Integrate Checkpoint with SIEM, logging , and monitoring tools for security event analysis Participate in incident response , root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, change management, and standard operating procedures Work closely with network, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless operations Ensure compliance with security policies , industry standards, and regulatory requirements Required Skills: 4 to 5 years of hands-on experience in Checkpoint firewall administration Strong understanding of Checkpoint Gaia OS , SmartDashboard , SmartEvent , SmartView Tracker , and SmartConsole Experience in managing VPNs (site-to-site and remote access) and SSL/TLS protocols Proficient in troubleshooting network and firewall issues (packet capture, log analysis) Familiarity with routing, switching, NAT, VLANs, TCP/IP, and DNS/DHCP Experience with high availability (HA) and cluster configurations Knowledge of threat prevention features such as IPS, Application Control, URL filtering, Anti-Bot, etc. Experience working in an ITIL-based service environment Preferred Qualifications: Checkpoint CCSA/CCSE certification Experience with other firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) is a plus Familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk, QRadar, or ArcSight Knowledge of cloud firewalls and cloud security integrations (e.g., Azure/AWS with Checkpoint) Scripting knowledge (e.g., Python , Shell ) for automation and reporting Soft Skills: Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills Strong verbal and written communication Ability to work independently and handle critical situations under pressure Attention to detail and adherence to change management processes Collaborative mindset and willingness to work with cross-functional teams

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