
Implemented and deployed network security management tools such as Darktrace and ExtraHop.
Monitoring Checkpoint management server in HA for network management reliability. Review firewall configurations and other infrastructure - related processes and implementations. Develop, implement and updating security policies and rules, supporting customer migrations, configurations and implementations. Identifying, Collecting and Analyzing security relevant logs for reporting and compliance purposes. Migrated all Checkpoint Gaia embedded devices to full Checkpoint Gaia. Responsible for rule usage reporting and rule analysis pertaining to least access. Lead firewall migration of Checkpoint devices to Cisco (FMC and FTD). #Smartreporter r80.10 upgrade
Lead firewall upgrade project of Gaia R77 to R80. Checkpoint Configurations including R80.10, VSX, R77 and previous version of checkpoint firewall OS. Manages Firewall Deployments, Rule and Policy Implementation. Partners with IT Executive Leadership on identifying strategic security policies, initiatives for the development of multiple programs including information security, compliance, incident response, risk management, and awareness. Experience specializing in network monitoring, for security software installation, and the prevention of cyber security threats/attacks. Conducts Cyber Security Assessments to determine vulnerability levels and advise on preventative mitigation measures. Principal Security Engineer with over 8 years of experience, specializing in managing and designing Firewall Deployments, Troubleshooting, Rule Implementation, Policy and Rules review, Policy Pushes, Performance Testing, Problem Mitigation, Network Security Implementation.