Location
Location - The position is a Hybrid working Senior Network Engineering role with minimum 2 days site-based in one of the DXC regional delivery centres in Glasgow or Newcastle. Expectation is the successful candidate will cover project delivery on UK Secure accounts.
Clearance
Clearance – SC & sole UK National
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Firewall Engineer to design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot firewall solutions in a large multi-vendor/multi-site environment for a DXC Customer. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of firewall technologies, network security principles, and best practices to ensure robust defence against cyber threats. The role focus will cover Firewall and Security infrastructures, with a key focus on Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper and Tufin product portfolios. Expectation is the successful candidate will have proven work experience in a challenging, multi-vendor environment working as part of a team delivering both project engineering and support functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, deploy, configure, and maintain firewall infrastructure (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper).
* Monitor firewall performance and analyse security logs to detect and respond to security incidents.
* Implement firewall rules, policies, and access control lists (ACLs) based on organizational security requirements.
* Collaborate with network, security, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of firewall systems.
* Conduct firewall rule reviews, audits, and compliance checks regularly.
* Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
* Stay updated with the latest security threats and firewall technologies to recommend improvements.
* Document firewall configurations, changes, and procedures for audit and knowledge sharing.
* Participate in incident response and disaster recovery planning related to firewall infrastructure.
Qualifications
* Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent education and experience.
* Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, cybersecurity or related field.
* Proven experience as a Firewall Engineer or Network Security Engineer.
* Strong knowledge of firewall platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco or Juniper.
* Experience with VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, etc.).
* Familiarity with security standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, or PCI-DSS is a plus.
* Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSE preferred.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and documentation skills.
* Currently possess SC clearance (Mandatory).
Other Qualifications
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Skilled in time, priority, and task management.
* Effective communication skills for interaction with customers and team members.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Capable of managing competing priorities in complex environments.
* Professional demeanour with confidence in handling technical issues.
* Willingness to travel as requested (Infrequent)
* Availability for on-call work, including weekends or shifts as needed.
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