Firewall Engineer - Remote Eligible

Firewall Engineer

A cybersecurity consulting firm is seeking a Firewall Engineer to manage and secure enterprise firewall environments. This fully remote role supports the design, operation, and security of enterprise and data center network infrastructure, with a focus on Check Point and Palo Alto platforms. The position requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance and includes ownership of firewall policy administration, production support, and incident response.

Responsibilities:

• Manage enterprise firewalls, including upgrades, policy administration, and validation
• Administer Check Point and Palo Alto firewall platforms
• Implement firewall changes aligned with security policies
• Maintain network and security documentation
• Support enterprise and data center network infrastructure
• Monitor and tune IDS/IPS, URL filtering, antivirus, and malware detection tools

Requirements:

• 4+ years hands-on with Check Point and Palo Alto firewalls
• Strong understanding of firewall rules, security policies, and network troubleshooting
• Packet capture and OSI-layer troubleshooting experience
• Ability to work independently and communicate clearly

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted by: Patrick Fuller