Security Architect – Consultant (Cisco Security Engineer) - 26-02876

Seven Oaks, South Carolina, United StatesOnsiteTemporaryDistinguished / ArchitectPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Seeking an experienced Security Architect / Cisco Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise security infrastructure, focusing on deploying and administering Check Point security gateways and Cisco network security solutions. The role involves acting as a subject matter expert to ensure security best practices, optimize firewall performance, and enhance network security posture within a complex enterprise environment. Responsibilities include firewall rulebase optimization, secure integration, and supporting day-to-day operations and incident response.

## Job Title: Security Architect – Consultant (Cisco Security Engineer)

## Location: Columbia, SC (Onsite)

## Duration: 12 Months

## Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Security Architect / Cisco Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise security infrastructure. This role focuses on deploying and administering Check Point security gateways and Cisco network security solutions within a complex enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will act as a subject matter expert (SME), ensuring security best practices, optimizing firewall performance, and enhancing overall network security posture.

## Key Responsibilities

### Security Architecture & Engineering

Design, deploy, and administer Check Point security gateways, including VSX environments
Implement and manage enterprise security policies aligned with organizational standards
Optimize firewall rulebase for performance, visibility, and security compliance

### Network Security Management

Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Check Point firewalls (including R82)
Administer Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco ASA, and related security technologies
Ensure secure integration between Cisco data center infrastructure and Check Point environments

### Security Operations

Implement and validate security controls such as IPS, geo-blocking, and QoS
Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues
Support day-to-day firewall operations and incident response

### Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with IT, security teams, and business stakeholders
Provide technical guidance and recommendations on security improvements
Train internal staff on security tools and operational best practices

## Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience with Check Point security gateways deployment and administration
10+ years of experience with Cisco data center networking technologies
5+ years of experience with Check Point VSX
Hands-on experience with Check Point R82
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

## Required Certifications

Current or previous Check Point and/or Cisco certifications

## Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Cisco Remote Access VPN solutions
Experience with Cisco Firepower

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