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Checkpoint Firewall Automation Jobs in Chicago, IL

Network Security Engineer III

Chicago, IL · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

... or Checkpoint firewall appliances, Cisco and/or Aruba wireless access points, IPSec and SSL VPN ... automation of maintenance and network equipment configuration and management. - Knowledge of ...

Identify and implement automation opportunities as well as areas that can be improved to optimize ... Security, firewalls, load balancers and wireless strongly desired. Strong Interpersonal skills and ...

Cybersecurity Analyst

Lisle, IL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Zscaler, Cloudflare, Checkpoint WAF * Vulnerability & Monitoring: Tenable, SIEM (Secureworks/Taegis ... Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., system integrations, workflow automation, field ...

Cybersecurity Analyst

Lisle, IL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Zscaler, Cloudflare, Checkpoint WAF * Vulnerability & Monitoring: Tenable, SIEM (Secureworks/Taegis ... Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., system integrations, workflow automation, field ...

Zscaler, Cloudflare, Checkpoint WAF * Vulnerability & Monitoring: Tenable, SIEM (Secureworks/Taegis ... Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., system integrations, workflow automation, field ...

Cybersecurity Analyst

Lisle, IL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Zscaler, Cloudflare, Checkpoint WAF * Vulnerability & Monitoring: Tenable, SIEM (Secureworks/Taegis ... Support digital transformation initiatives (e.g., system integrations, workflow automation, field ...

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How much do checkpoint firewall automation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for checkpoint firewall automation in Chicago, IL is $55.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.31 and $63.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Checkpoint Firewall Automation vs Checkpoint Firewall Administrator?

AspectCheckpoint Firewall AutomationCheckpoint Firewall Administrator
CertificationsCheckpoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE), Automation toolsCCSE, Firewall management certifications
Work EnvironmentAutomation scripting, network security tools, policy deploymentFirewall configuration, policy management, troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and maintaining automated security policies, scriptingManaging firewall rules, monitoring security, incident response

Checkpoint Firewall Automation focuses on creating and maintaining automated security processes using scripting and tools, while Checkpoint Firewall Administrators handle daily firewall management and policy enforcement. Both roles require security certifications, but Automation roles emphasize scripting skills, whereas Administrators focus on operational management.

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Infographic showing various Checkpoint Firewall Automation job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,687 per year, or $55.6 per hour.
Checkpoint Firewall Engineer

Checkpoint Firewall Engineer

NAVA Software Solutions

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

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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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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Rocky Hill, CT, US

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