Network Security Consultant – Firewall Specialist

Accenture

Porto, Portugal
Hybrid
Check point firewall administration
Palo alto firewall operations
Firewall rule base management
This role focuses on hands-on firewall rule analysis, implementation, and maintenance using Check Point and Palo Alto technologies to secure network infrastructure

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on hands-on firewall rule analysis, implementation, and maintenance using Check Point and Palo Alto technologies to secure network infrastructure.
  • The ideal candidate will champion a security-first culture while participating in initiatives that protect client platforms, reduce risk exposure, and strengthen defenses across EMEA.
  • Candidates must possess expert-level hands-on experience with both physical chassis and virtualized environments including VSX and VM-Series configurations.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on hands-on firewall rule analysis, implementation, and maintenance using Check Point and Palo Alto technologies to secure network infrastructure.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Check Point firewall administration
  • Palo Alto firewall operations
  • Firewall rule base management
  • High availability configuration
  • Network protocol troubleshooting
  • Physical and virtual firewall deployment

Nice-to-have

  • Python scripting for automation
  • AlgoSec or Tufin tool experience
  • Multi-cloud security integration
  • Fluency in French or Dutch
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Proactive risk identification

Key Requirements

  • 15 years of technical experience on Checkpoint or Palo Alto firewalls
  • PCNSE certification preferred
  • CCSE/CCSM certification preferred
  • Expert knowledge of GAiA, SmartConsole, PAN-OS, and Panorama
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for L3-L7 issues

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