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.
• Qualified 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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