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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Firewall Engineer / Architect - **Company:** Software Guidance & Assistance Inc - **Location:** Lutz, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Amazon Web Services, Application Firewall, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Communications Protocols, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Data Centers, Network Address Translation, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Diagrams, Network Connections, Routing, Network Segmentation, Network Protocols, Remote Access Technology, TCP/IP, Computer Networking Systems, Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Process Control Systems, Palo Alto Networks, Operational Systems, Hardware Infrastructure, Cloud Migration, Firewall Services Module - **Published:** November 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f0d1a211-cd6e-4d82-bd18-58cdf164cfb5 ## About the Role * Extensive hands-on experience engineering, implementing, administering, and troubleshooting enterprise firewall solutions in large, complex network environments. * Strong technical experience with Check Point and/or Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls, with familiarity or exposure to both platforms highly desirable. * Experience configuring and managing firewall policies, security rules, NAT, VPNs, and access control configurations. * Demonstrated experience supporting firewall upgrades, migrations, implementations, or infrastructure modernization initiatives. * Strong understanding of network security architecture, network segmentation, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and common network protocols. * Experience troubleshooting complex firewall, network connectivity, and security-related issues. * Knowledge of IPsec VPN technologies and secure connectivity between enterprise networks and external environments. * Ability to contribute to technical architecture discussions, evaluate design alternatives, and translate security requirements into working engineering solutions. * Experience working within structured change management, configuration management, and production support processes. * Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively with security architecture, network engineering, cloud infrastructure, and operational support teams. Preferred Skills: * Direct experience migrating enterprise firewall environments from Check Point to Palo Alto Networks. * Experience with Check Point management tools and Palo Alto Panorama, including centralized policy management and firewall administration. * Experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure networking and security services, including cloud firewall implementations and hybrid connectivity. * Familiarity with AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and cloud-to-on-premises IPsec connectivity. * Experience designing or implementing firewall solutions for Operational Technology (OT), industrial control systems, or critical infrastructure environments. * Knowledge of IT/OT network segmentation, industrial communication protocols such as DNP3, and substation networking environments. * Familiarity with NERC CIP compliance requirements and cybersecurity standards applicable to electric utilities. * Experience supporting grid modernization, private LTE networks, or large-scale infrastructure transformation initiatives. * Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, or equivalent network security certifications. * Prior experience within electric utilities, energy, telecommunications, or other highly regulated enterprise environments. ## Description Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA), is searching for a Senior Firewall Engineer / Architect for a contract assignment with one of our premier Utility services clients in Tampa, FL., * Design, implement, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise firewall solutions across complex IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments. * Support the administration, optimization, and modernization of enterprise firewall infrastructure, primarily utilizing Check Point and Palo Alto Networks technologies. * Participate in firewall migration initiatives, including the transition from Check Point to Palo Alto, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and security services. * Engineer and maintain firewall policies, access control rules, NAT configurations, VPN connectivity, and network security controls. * Collaborate with security architects, network engineers, infrastructure teams, and operations personnel to develop and implement secure network solutions. * Contribute to firewall architecture, network segmentation strategies, security design standards, and technical implementation plans. * Support secure connectivity between on-premises infrastructure, data centers, and cloud environments, including AWS and Microsoft Azure. * Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot site-to-site IPsec VPN tunnels and hybrid cloud connectivity solutions. * Review firewall change requests, evaluate security implications, and support implementation and change management processes. * Troubleshoot complex network connectivity and security issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions. * Support network security requirements associated with grid modernization, cloud migration, data center infrastructure, and IT/OT integration initiatives. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, firewall configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures. * Ensure firewall solutions align with enterprise security standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.