JOB DESCRIPTION: Firewall Engineer LOCATION: Manchester SALARY: £50-55k Per annum, Hybrid working. Our client , a UK based consulting company, has established an exciting new opportunity in a growing team for a Firewall engineer who can work within the infrastructure team. The successful candidate will ideally have solid previous experience in building and managing large multi-site networks. The role requires in-depth understanding of complex network architecture, firewalls, and WAN technologies, with demonstratable experience of working within a busy and fast paced environment. Candidates must have comprehensive knowledge of Cisco Firepower and Cisco ASA firewalls. Roles and Responsibilities * Establishes and maintains network performance. * Plan, design and manage the infrastructure and technologies within that can support corporate and datacentre environments at an enterprise level for Cisco & HP network devices and firewalls * Troubleshoots network problems. * Document existing and new solutions during implementation and manage change within the environment * Patching and upgrade schedules for all network devices (Load balancers, Switches, Firewalls etc.) * Collaborates with Infrastructure architects on best practice and design. * Secure network by establishing and enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access * Strong documentation skills * Time management skills essential * Manage and lead projects to which you have been assigned. Working with the Head of infrastructure and Project managers to ensure their success and professional completion. * Ensure system performance and SLAs are met * Some travel occasional travel will be required between offices and datacentres MUST HAVES: Comprehensive knowledge of Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, Cisco Catalyst and Nexus IOS Qualifications or Equivalent experience required * CCNP or equivalent level with 3 years’ experience in Cisco technologies, experience in other network vendors is desirable * Cisco Firepower and Cisco ASA configuration and management * Experience of routing, switching and load balancing techniques * Advanced Network knowledge * Network design and implementation * Network, Firewall and Load balancer performance monitoring & troubleshooting * Project management * Problem solving and analytical skills * Strong documentation skills * Rule base creation and deployment * IDS/IPS rule creation and deployment Working hours : Monday to Friday (Hybrid working) 2-3 days office in Swinton depending on project work demands. Salary £50-55k Per annum 25 days per year holiday