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Websphere admin

Portland, OR · On-site

... Checkpoint process attached to this SOW as Attachment 1. • Quality Checkpoint is a Quality ... ADMIN and FileNet). • Ability to support, identify and resolve integration issues for the SSO ...

Nationmind

Network Administrator

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Network Admin Location: Kansas City, KS (onsite) Duration: 12 months contract Pay rate range: $40 ... Firewall (Cisco ASA/FP, Checkpoint & Palo Alto, VPN, ZScaler)

JConnect Infotech

ELM (CLM) Admin Support

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

ELM (CLM) Admin Support Location: Phoenix, AZ Duration: Fulltime Skills Desired: BM DOORS Classic ... Participate in weekly meetings, triage calls, and vendor checkpoint discussions. Generic Managerial ...

E*Pro, Inc.

Network Administrator/ Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

Network Security Administrator/Engineer Location : Mclean,VA Type : Fulltime Permanent Work Status ... Perform administration tasks in managing Checkpoint/ASA Firewalls, F5 GTM/LTM, Bluecoat Proxy ...

AceStack LLC

ELM (CLM) Admin Support

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

ELM (CLM) Admin Support Location :- Phoenix, AZ (Onsite) Fulltime Must Have Technical/Functional ... Participate in weekly meetings, triage calls, and vendor checkpoint discussions. Generic Managerial ...

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What is a checkpoint administrator?

Checkpoint Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining Check Point security systems, such as firewalls and VPNs, within an organization. They monitor network security, ensure policies are enforced, and troubleshoot any issues related to Check Point products. Their role is crucial in protecting networks from cyber threats and ensuring compliance with security standards. They may also perform regular updates, backups, and respond to security incidents as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a checkpoint administrator?

To thrive as a Checkpoint Administrator, you need a solid understanding of network security, firewalls, and strong analytical skills, typically backed by a degree in IT or related field. Familiarity with Check Point Security Management systems, experience with firewall rule configuration, and certifications like Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills ensure secure network environments, quick resolution of security incidents, and effective collaboration with IT teams.

What are some common challenges faced by a checkpoint administrator and how can they be managed?

Checkpoint Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing complex firewall policies, ensuring minimal downtime during rule changes, and staying updated with evolving security threats. Collaborating closely with network engineers and security teams is essential to maintain seamless network operations while implementing robust security controls. To manage these challenges, administrators should regularly review and optimize firewall configurations, participate in ongoing training, and utilize monitoring tools to quickly detect and address issues.

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Checkpoint Firewall Engineer

Chicago, IL • On-site

NAVA Software Solutions
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$49.25 - $66/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

NAVA Software solutions is looking for Checkpoint Firewall Engineer
Details:
Checkpoint Firewall Engineer
Duration: 12 months
Location: Chicago IL - Hybrid / Remote also ok for the right candidate
Key skills/ Experience required
  • Firewall Rules if any experience setting up and configuring; Checkpoint Identity Awareness
  • Experience with virtualization of checkpoint
  • Experience with virtualization of checkpoint within Maestro
  • Experience with identity awareness, captive portal, and mfa
  • Experience with Checkpoint automation while leveraging features such as application control and identity awareness
  • Describe Application Control and how it works - specifically what the bare number of packets required for the firewall to pass to identify a tcp application

Checkpoint Firewall Engineer - Reporting to the Network Application Manager, the Firewall Engineer is seen as a technical expert in networking security (firewalls), API usage and integration, and threat management.
This is a technical and hands on role, with a primary focus on the holistic design and implementation of the Checkpoint Firewall solution. This specifically includes policy automation, threat policy management and troubleshooting, and API usage & integration. Will be expected to support the network engineering and global threat team(s) with complex troubleshooting of issues as required.
You will have experience of working in high impact, mission critical environments where service matters and exceeding expectations is the norm.
Required Skills:
  • Experience with Check Points API architecture to support automation and orchestration.
  • Has awareness of recent Checkpoint code levels and able to leverage modern features to solve problems
  • Has experience with firewall policy automation or leveraging Infrastructure as Code for deployments (Ansible/Terraform)
  • Has experience with Checkpoint IPS, AV and URL Filtering for threat management and troubleshooting
  • Describe the Check Point Firewall infrastructure. Create and modify Check Point Rule Base objects.
  • Configuring new and maintaining Security Gateway Clusters.
  • Understand Smart Console features, functions, and tools. Validate existing licenses and contract requirements for Check Point security products. Monitor Management Server states. Grant permissions and user access.
  • Experience with Gaia system management procedures. Upgrading a Security Management Server
  • Understand system management procedures, including how to perform system upgrades and how to install hotfixes.
  • Familiarity with how Maestro uses Hyperscale Technology. Identify the essential components of the Maestro system
  • Experience with how the Maestro Orchestrators downlinks, uplinks, management, and sync ports function. Create, delete, and modify Security Groups
  • Understand the basics of the Dual-Site environment
  • Describe how the Gaia Command Line Interface (CLI) supports the configuration of MHO appliances
  • Perform diagnostic troubleshooting using the CLI
  • Evaluate how traffic flows through a Maestro environment
  • Demonstrate how to use traffic monitoring commands
  • Understands Checkpoint consumption of identity service for use in security rules
  • Understands, implement, and troubleshoot Checkpoint identity service
  • Advanced to expert capability of scripting in Python 2.7.

Preferred/ Recommended Skills:
  • Describe the Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management solution and its benefits.
  • Understand the components of MDSM and how they work together to help administrators manage multiple network security environments within a single management framework.
  • Understand how to install and configure the Multi-Domain Security Management environment.
  • Describe how to implement Management High Availability within the MDSM environment.
  • Understand how to manage and view multi-Domain activity logs in Smart Console.
  • Understand how to configure and implement Global Policy to manage rules for multiple domains

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities:
  • Understand Network
  • Leadership skills
  • Ability to respond quickly to inquiries
    Requirements as stated above
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NAVA is a strategic partner for companies seeking to develop or customize software and products. Our team of experts leverages cutting-edge technology and deep industry knowledge to provide customized solutions that drive business success. Whether you're looking to improve your operations, increase efficiency, or bring a new product to market, NAVA has the expertise and resources to help you achieve your goals. Trust us to be your partner in software and product development.

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