Firewall Architect (ref.: 240)

Job Description: Firewall Architect

We are currently in search of a highly skilled and experienced Firewall Architect who possesses profound knowledge in the deployment of firewalls and automation of rules. The primary responsibility of this role is to spearhead the conceptualization, execution, and automation of our firewall infrastructure. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a profound understanding of tools such as NetBox, Ansible, and AWX, playing a pivotal role in propelling the automation and modernization of our firewall systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Firewall Architecture and Design:

  • Formulate scalable, secure, and efficient firewall architectures customized to meet the specific requirements of the business.

  • Devise and meticulously document high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD) for the deployment of firewalls.

• Automation and Deployment:

  • Execute automated workflows for firewall deployments utilizing Ansible and AWX.

  • Develop and oversee playbooks for the automated configuration of firewall policies, rules, and objects.

  • Automate the lifecycle management of firewalls, encompassing patching, upgrading, and decommissioning processes.

• Firewall Rule Automation:

  • Architect and implement automated solutions for rule provisioning, de-provisioning, and validation.

  • Ensure compliance and security through the automation of rule audits and remediation procedures.

• Integration with Source of Truth (NetBox):

  • Integrate NetBox as the primary source of truth for firewall configurations and parameters.

  • Guarantee precise synchronization between NetBox and the firewall management platform.

• Collaboration and Support:

  • Engage in collaborative efforts with network, security, or CMDB teams to ensure alignment of firewall designs with overarching infrastructure objectives.

  • Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to operational teams on the best practices of automation.

• Monitoring and Optimization:

  • Integrate monitoring tools to oversee the performance and health of firewalls.

  • Continuously enhance automation workflows for optimal efficiency and scalability.

• Documentation and Standards:

  • Maintain meticulous documentation for all automation workflows and firewall configurations.

  • Establish and enforce automation standards and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficiency in various firewall platforms such as Fortinet, Checkpoint, IPTABLE, or equivalent systems.

• Expertise in automation tools like Ansible and AWX.

• Familiarity with NetBox for infrastructure documentation and automation purposes.

• Advanced skills in bash scripting for Linux environments.

Automation Expertise:

• Experience in implementing automated firewall solutions at scale.

• Proficient in designing and integrating CI/CD pipelines for streamlined automation workflows.

Soft Skills Mastery:

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills.

• Exceptional communication and documentation skills.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in diverse team settings.

Desired Certifications:

• Pursuit of certifications such as Red Hat Certified Specialist in Security: Linux, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent credentials.

• Experience with version control platforms like GitLab for efficient management of automation code.