Cloud Architect

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We are seeking an experienced and innovative Cloud-Native Firewall Architect to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-native firewall solutions. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security and compliance across our cloud infrastructure.

* Description for Internal Candidates

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop cloud-native firewall architectures that meet business and security requirements.
• Ensure that firewall architectures align with cloud best practices and company policies.
• Develop and document firewall strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Implementation and Management:
• Implement and configure cloud-native firewall solutions across various cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Monitor and manage firewall performance, making adjustments as necessary to optimize security and efficiency.
• Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to manage firewall policies and configurations.
• Security and Compliance:
• Ensure firewall configurations comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits of firewall policies and configurations.
• Implement and maintain advanced threat protection mechanisms and intrusion prevention systems.
• Collaboration and Support:
• Work closely with network engineers, cloud architects, and security teams to integrate firewall solutions with overall network and security architectures.
• Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for firewall-related issues.
• Train and mentor junior staff on firewall technologies and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud-native firewall technologies and security trends.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and optimization of firewall solutions.
• Lead initiatives to enhance security posture and reduce risk.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in network security, with a focus on firewall design and management.
• Proven experience with cloud-native firewall solutions and architectures in AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud.
• Strong background in network and application security.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in firewall technologies such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Check Point, or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of cloud security best practices and architecture patterns.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and integration tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Certifications:
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, or similar are highly desirable.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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