Check Point / Network Engineer

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Experience: 5–7 years

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Check Point / Network Engineer to support, maintain and enhance enterprise network infrastructure and security environments. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Check Point firewall technologies, network security operations, troubleshooting and network administration.

The role requires a technically capable professional who can manage complex network issues, implement security policies, maintain network availability and ensure the stability and security of business-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

Configure, administer and maintain Check Point firewalls and associated network security technologies.
Implement and manage firewall policies, access rules, NAT, VPNs and security configurations.
Monitor network performance, availability and security events, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
Perform advanced troubleshooting across network connectivity, routing, switching and firewall-related incidents.
Support site-to-site and remote-access VPN connectivity.
Manage firewall rule reviews, policy optimisation, upgrades, patching and configuration backups.
Investigate security incidents and support remediation activities in line with established security procedures.
Administer and troubleshoot routing and switching technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols and subnetting.
Work with cross-functional infrastructure, security and service delivery teams to resolve technical issues.
Participate in network changes, maintenance windows, implementation activities and technical projects.
Maintain accurate network documentation, configuration records and operational procedures.
Follow change management, incident management and problem management processes.
Ensure network security controls align with organisational standards and best practices.

Essential Technical Requirements

5–7 years of experience in network engineering, network security or infrastructure support.
Strong hands-on experience with Check Point firewall administration and management.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting firewall policies, NAT, VPNs and access controls.
Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting, DNS and DHCP.
Experience with network monitoring, incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
Knowledge of network security principles, access management and security hardening.
Experience with change management, incident management and technical documentation.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Advantageous Experience

Check Point certification, such as CCSA or CCSE.
Experience with Check Point management platforms
Exposure to enterprise network environments and high-availability firewall configurations.
Experience with technologies from Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet or other enterprise networking vendors.
Familiarity with network automation, scripting or configuration management tools.
Experience supporting hybrid or cloud-connected network environments.

Core Competencies

Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within technical teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to security best practices.
Effective prioritisation and ability to work under pressure.
Professional approach to incident resolution and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

Relevant degree, diploma or industry-recognised qualification in Networking, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related discipline is preferred.
Relevant Check Point certifications will be advantageous.

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