Network Engineer (Firewall) x2
Contract: 12 months (extension possible)
Fully Remote
Project:
The selected candidates will be responsible for the migration of firewalls from Cisco ASA and Fortigate to Palo Alto. The group has already begun deploying some firewalls, but the two engineers will be supporting configuration work, moving Cisco and Fortigate rules to Palo Alto rules (translating) and continue with the deployment of firewalls in Palo Alto. They should also have a solid understanding of the hardware components of these tools. The client is also migrating 3000 users from VPN Forticlient to Prisma VPN (Palo Alto product). This work needs to be done by July 2024.
Key Responsibilities:
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Firewall Migration Planning and Design:
- Develop comprehensive migration strategies and plans for transitioning from Cisco ASA and Fortigate firewalls to Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW).
- Design firewall policies, security zones, and network segmentation schemes to optimize security and performance in the new Palo Alto Networks environment.
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Configuration and Deployment:
- Configure and deploy Palo Alto Networks NGFW devices according to the established migration plan.
- Migrate existing firewall configurations, rulesets, and access control policies from Cisco ASA and Fortigate to Palo Alto Networks NGFW platforms.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of firewall configurations to ensure compliance with security requirements and operational standards.
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VPN Migration Management:
- Lead the migration of 3000 VPN users from FortiClient to Prisma VPN by Palo Alto Networks.
- Coordinate with endpoint management teams to deploy and configure Prisma VPN clients on user devices, ensuring seamless connectivity and user experience.
- Provide user support, training, and documentation to facilitate the transition to the new VPN solution.
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Network Security Optimization:
- Identify opportunities for enhancing network security posture and threat prevention capabilities using Palo Alto Networks NGFW features such as threat intelligence, intrusion prevention, and application control.
- Collaborate with security teams to implement advanced security policies and controls to protect against emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in network engineering roles with a focus on firewall administration and migration projects.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco ASA, Fortigate, and Palo Alto Networks NGFW platforms.
- Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
- Experience with VPN technologies, including Forticlient, Prisma VPN, IPsec, SSL/TLS VPNs, and remote access VPN solutions.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network and security issues.
- Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or equivalent certifications are highly desirable.
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Jarvis Consulting Group is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. We are committed to equality in the workplace and to growing a welcoming an inclusive team. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, and people of all sexual orientations and genders, and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability or age. Jarvis is committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates partaking in any stage of the selection process. If you are a job seeker who requires assistance, please contact: po@jrvs.ca
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Jarvis Consulting Group s’engage à offrir un processus de recrutement et un environnement de travail sans barrières.
Nous nous engageons à favoriser l’égalité sur le lieu de travail et à former une équipe accueillante et inclusive. Nous encourageons les candidatures de personnes autochtones, de membres de minorités visibles et de personnes de toutes orientations sexuelles et de tous genres. Nous examinerons toutes les candidatures qualifiées sans égard à la race, la religion, au sexe, à l’identité ou à l’expression sexuelle, à l’orientation sexuelle, au handicap ou à l’âge. Jarvis s’engage à respecter toutes les pratiques équitables en matière d’emploi en ce qui concerne la citoyenneté et le statut d’immigrant.
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