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The job description is comprehensive and well-structured, but it includes some irrelevant details such as multiple job postings and community insights at the end, which should be removed to focus solely on the Senior Firewall Engineer role. Additionally, some sections could be better formatted for clarity and readability, such as using consistent heading levels and bullet points. Minor rephrasing for conciseness and clarity can also enhance the overall presentation. Here is the refined version: Senior Firewall Engineer The Senior Firewall Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructure to support 24/7/365 cyber defense operations. Key responsibilities include optimizing firewall performance, managing rule sets and policies, configuring secure site-to-site connections, and performing regular health checks and security reviews. This role is integral to the change management process, ensuring all updates are thoroughly reviewed and properly documented. Leveraging deep expertise in network security and traffic flow analysis, the engineer actively safeguards client environments and advances the company’s mission of delivering real-time, resolution-focused cybersecurity solutions. Capabilities: Hands-on experience with Next-Gen firewalls such as Barracuda, Juniper, Cisco, Check Point, Fortinet, or Palo Alto. Extensive experience implementing and maintaining firewalls, with knowledge of security vulnerabilities and their impact. Proficiency in ongoing optimization of network security devices for capacity, availability, and scalability. Experience designing, troubleshooting, and documenting network security infrastructures. Ability to participate in change management, including creating, reviewing, and implementing change requests. Expertise in modifying firewall rule sets, policies, whitelisting, content filtering, and troubleshooting network traffic issues. In-depth knowledge of layer 4-7 application-aware firewalls. Experience establishing and modifying site-to-site VPNs. Ability to manage threat protection, URL blocking, IOC feeds, routers, and switches. Experience performing monthly firewall health checks and rule reviews. Developing detailed build and test plans for firewall implementation. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in information security or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity experience. Alternatively, 7+ years of relevant experience without a degree. Minimum five (5) years of experience in Firewall Architecture. Knowledge of data security practices and systems (e.g., NIST, ISO). Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact with customers, vendors, and project managers. Relevant industry certifications. Benefits: Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance. Up to 4% 401k match that vests immediately. Generous paid time off and holidays. Paid time off to vote, volunteer, and on your birthday. Up to $100/month for internet and cell phone services. Team building events. Additional Information: Mandatory background, credit, and drug screening prior to employment. On-site position in Franklin, TN, or Durham, NC. Relocation support available. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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