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Lead Firewall & Security Engineer

at Deloitte in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Are you passionate about technology and interested in joining a community of collaborative colleagues who respectfully and courageously seek to challenge the status quo? If so, read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity with Deloitte Technology US (DT – US). We are curious and life-long learners focused on technology and innovation.

Recruiting for this role ends on Aug 15, 2024

Work you’ll do

Provides engineering, security compliance and administration of the firewalls. The position works closely with other Deloitte groups and vendors to provide exceptional customer support. Including the Deloitte Cyber organization for any requests about security compliance from the different agencies and to mitigate any gaps.

Creates configurations and scripts for enterprise deployment of solutions that align business and DT – US strategies. Responsible for providing second level incident support, defining, and updating standards, ensuring compliance on all internal and external projects, enforcing consistent policies and processes.

The role requires advanced skills that enable the individual to deliver an excellent level of service and to meet the expectation from the business of a highly available agile infrastructure. Contributes to the transition of new technologies between Architecture and Engineering and confirms all appropriate documents and processes are developed.

Strong leadership and communication skills, combined with a knowledge of core, specialized and technical competencies is required, along with a very solid understanding of an enterprise IT infrastructure operational environment, adhering to industry best practice.

Responsibilities:

+ Manages the day-to-day activities of design, analysis, planning, and implementation.

+ Oversees the development and evaluation of network performance criteria and measurement methods for short-team and long-term needs including capacity.

+ Evaluates network architecture design, in addition to feasibility and cost studies

+ Provides second level incident support to users, performs network problem resolution, and trains junior people.

+ Monitors performance and health, ensures capacity planning is performed, and assesses and makes recommendations for improvement.

+ Provide skilled expertise for the compliance, engineering, administration and 24×7 operations of the firewalls serving the Deloitte Federal practice.

+ Perform routine assessments of system hardening in accordance with DOD security technical implementation guides (STIGs).

+ Ensure the maximum information assurance (IA) compliance of DODIN-N systems

+ Lead service request fulfilment for firewall policy and other security extension changes (VPN, IPS, URL Filtering, Application Control, etc.).

+ Perform firewall complex policy changes, analysis and clean-up as requested by firms.

+ Provide visibility and insight to assist customers with firewall activity and usage information.

+ For the Federal firewalls, first responder to monitored alerts, incidents, and issues.

+ Lead the follow through with firm and vendor resources to close out availability, performance, and security incidents that involve firewalls.

+ Lead coordination, triage, and troubleshooting activities with customers.

+ Accountable for executing tasks according to established standards, procedures, and processes. Assist to develop new standards, procedures and processes.

+ Communicate proficiently and work with customers and peers in different time zone and countries.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to easily analyze and communicate complex ideas to all levels of management.

+ Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

+ Ability to manage support cases with external technology vendors.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

+ Anticipates client needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed client needs.

+ Establishes client service standards and feedback mechanisms across the firm.

+ Discipline and experience in recognizing and handling confidential and sensitive information.

+ Excellent time management and attention to detail is essential.

+ Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

The team

Deloitte Technology US (DT – US) helps power Deloitte’s success, which serves many of the world’s largest, most respected organizations. We develop and deploy cutting-edge internal and go-to-market solutions that help Deloitte operate effectively and lead in the market. Our reputation is built on a tradition of delivering with excellence.

The ~3,000 professionals in DT – US deliver services including:

+ Cyber Security

+ Technology Support

+ Technology & Infrastructure

+ Applications

+ Relationship Management

+ Strategy & Communications

+ Project Management

+ Financials

Technology & Infrastructure

The Technology and Infrastructure Organization works together to transform how DT – US deploys technologies and services to meet the dynamic needs of Deloitte professionals and help increase their productivity.

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Administration.

+ Minimum 8 years various technology related experience.

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in: security and firewall environments performing planning and engineering (hardware and software) and optimization.

+ Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Expert level knowledge of Checkpoint or Palo Alto.

+ Advanced level skill in firewall policy management.

+ Knowledge of monitoring tools and commands to ensure quick resolution to issues.

+ Hands-on experience on Tufin or Algosec Solutions.

+ Knowledge on Scripting language.

+ Knowledge of LAN/WAN and network protocols.

+ Experience in security assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices, and addressing vulnerabilities proactively.

+ Knowledge of applying DoD STIGs to network equipment

+ Knowledge of information assurance (IA) compliance of DODIN-N systems

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $88,600 – $181,900

Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

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Job Posting: JC263684727

Posted On: Aug 05, 2024

Updated On: Aug 17, 2024

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