Associate Systems Engineer - Firewall (Infra Security)

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Date: 12 Jun 2025

Location: SG

Company: Synapxe

Position Overview

The Assistant Lead Engineer that is supporting firewall, managing algosec platform to automate firewall rules and support end to end of firewall management. 

Role & Responsibilities

  • Firewall Management: Configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring optimal security posture.  
  • Algosec Administration: Assist in managing firewall policy automation, compliance checks, and risk analysis using Algosec.  
  • Team Leadership (For more senior candidates): Mentor junior engineers, coordinate firewall-related projects, and ensure best practices are followed.
  • Governance & Compliance: Support the HOD in audits, risk assessments, and security policy enforcement.  
  • Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts (Python, Ansible, etc.) to automate firewall rule management and reporting.  
  • Incident Response: Troubleshoot firewall-related issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes.  
  • Vulnerability Management: Work with the security team to address firewall-related vulnerabilities and apply patches.  
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of firewall rules, changes, and compliance reports.  

Requirements

  • Bachelor in Computer Engineering or any equivalent
  • Min 5 years of hands-on experience managing Enterprise Firewalls (NGFW, VPN, IPS/IDS).  
  • Experience with Algosec for firewall policy management (preferred).  
  • Strong understanding of networking (TCP/IP, BGP, VPNs, routing/switching).  
  • Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc) for automation tasks.  
  • Team leadership or mentoring experience is highly desirable.  
  • Familiarity with cloud security (AWS/Azure firewalls) is a plus.  
  • Certifications such as PCNSE (Palo Alto), NSE (Fortinet), or CISSP/CCSP are advantageous.  
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.  

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