Firewall Security Consultant

Our client, a prestigious company within the technology sector, is currently seeking a skilled Firewall Security Consultant to join their dynamic team in Knutsford. This contract role requires a balance of on-site presence (2 days per week) and remote work. The primary focus is on ensuring firewall and proxy compliance, security signoff for change requests, service improvement, relationship management, and staff development within the cybersecurity framework.Key Responsibilities:Become an SME on the Skybox firewall security toolsetEnforce security and control objectives adhering to Standards, Policies, and ProceduresMeet requirements of key internal and external stakeholdersAssess change integrity in architecture design, firewall/proxy deployment, and rule implementationsPerform gatekeeper role for all firewall and proxy infrastructure related change activities adhering to SLAsIdentify potential security risks and minimise exposure to the organisationIdentify improvements/automation possibilities for BAU tasksDevelop and maintain constructive and respectful relationships with internal and external stakeholdersJob Requirements:Information Security Knowledge - EssentialDetailed understanding of all firewall typesIn-depth knowledge of network security and associated vulnerabilitiesDeep understanding of the OSI modelThorough working knowledge of routing and switching technologiesAwareness of cloud technologiesExpert knowledge of firewall management toolsKnowledge of appropriate ..... full job details .....