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Firewall Engineer

Ascension Federal Services Inc.
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026

Firewall Engineer

Location: Tampa, FL, 33601

Hybrid-Contract to hire. 

Job Description:

The Firewall Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining firewall solutions for our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of network security principles and experience with various firewall technologies.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement firewall solutions to protect the organization's network
  • Monitor and maintain firewall systems to ensure optimal performance and security
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure firewall solutions are integrated with other systems
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest firewall technologies and security threats
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for firewall-related issues
  • Develop and maintain documentation related to firewall solutions and configurations
  • Hands-on expertise with enterprise firewall technologies such as Palo Alto Networks, Cisco Firepower, Check Point, Fortinet, or equivalent solutions.
  • Experience implementing SD-WAN, VPN configurations, and cloud-based firewall solutions (e.g., Azure Firewall, AWS Security Groups).
  • In-depth knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.
  • Familiarity with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and cybersecurity threat intelligence.
  • Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Python, Ruby, or equivalent.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security and firewall engineering
  • Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
  • Experience with various firewall technologies, such as Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, and Fortinet
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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