Security Architect Consultant (Check Point / Cisco)

Job Title: Security Architect Consultant (Check Point / Cisco) ( 10416)Location: Columbia, SCWork Mode: 100% OnsiteDuration: 12 Months (High possibility of extension)Interview Process: 1 Round In PersonWorking HR per Week: 37.5Key ResponsibilitiesDeploy, administer, and support Check Point security gateways (including VSX)Manage and optimize Check Point firewall rulebase for performance and visibilityConfigure, maintain, and troubleshoot Check Point firewalls in enterprise environmentsDesign and implement security policies aligned with business and compliance requirementsAdminister Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco ASA, and data center networking solutionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to test and validate security controlsImplement and manage security features such as:IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems)Geo-blockingQoS policiesEnsure adherence to security best practices and standardsProvide knowledge transfer and training to internal IT teamsAct as SME for Cisco + Check Point integration and architectureRequired Skills10+ years of experience deploying and administering Check Point Security Gateways10+ years of experience with Cisco data center networking products5+ years of experience with Check Point VSXHands-on experience with Check Point R82Strong experience in firewall configuration, troubleshooting, and optimizationPrevious or current Check Point and/or Cisco CertificationsPreferred SkillsExperience with Cisco Remote Access VPN solutionsExperience with Cisco FirePowerStrong understanding of enterprise security architectureAbout US: InterSources Inc. is a Small, Woman, and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type 2 certified company with massive 18+ years of diversified experience in providing IT Consulting Services, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Application Development, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, ERP Management, Custom Software Development, Web Development, UI/ UX Design, System Integration, QA Support etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees, and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud and Oracle partner company.