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Next Generation Firewall Engineer

With over 102 million customers in 56 countries, AXA's strong global franchises and three lines of expertise - Property & Casualty, Life & Savings and Asset Management - provide a distinctive business portfolio. As a company whose business is to protect people, we have a responsibility to leverage our skills, resources and risk expertise to build a stronger and safer society. To achieve our mission, we are committed to redefining the standards of our business so that we truly differentiate ourselves and earn the trust of our key stakeholders.

As an integral part of AXA, at AXA Group Operations (AXA GO) we create innovative technology and data solutions to help AXA fulfil its ambition of being a customer-focused, tech-led company. AXA GO is a young and dynamic division launched in 2019 and comprises 8,000 employees across 17 countries all around the globe from Paris, France to Pune, India. We are the ones providing advice, steering technological choices and giving AXA access to innovations that will support its transformation into a customer-centric tech-led company. For this, we work in close partnership with all AXA entities.

Context:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Next Generation Firewall Engineer to join our dynamic team at AXA Group Operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our organization's Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) infrastructure, with a specific focus on Palo Alto Networks as the NGFW vendor. This role will play a critical part in ensuring our network security posture meets the highest standards and remains resilient against evolving cyber threats.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain the organization's Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) infrastructure, with a focus on Palo Alto Networks as the NGFW solution provider.
  • Deliver high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) documentation for NGFW solutions.
  • Create comprehensive work instructions for the Level 2 team, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and support processes.
  • Utilize development skills for data analysis, automation, monitoring, and control within the network security domain.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective firewall policies and configurations.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and audits of the NGFW environment to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Analyze and resolve security incidents, utilizing deep technical expertise in NGFW technologies.
  • Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats and security technologies to proactively enhance the NGFW infrastructure.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams for NGFW-related issues and initiatives.

    • Your Profile

    Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
  • Relevant industry certifications (, PCNSA, PCNSE, CCNP Security, NSE 4) are highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) technologies and their application in enterprise environments, with specific expertise in Palo Alto Networks' solutions.
  • Experience in designing and implementing firewall policies, rules, and access control lists for Palo Alto NGFW.
  • Familiarity with network security principles, best practices, and industry standards.
  • Experience with cloud technologies (, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and proficiency with tools like GitHub and Terraform.
  • Development skills for data analysis, automation, monitoring, and control within the network security domain.
  • Previous experience in both banking and insurance sectors is preferable.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the network security and NGFW domain.
  • Experience with NSX-T and micro-segmentation is desirable.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach to security management.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

    • About AXA

    As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working with 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of
    respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.

    About the Entity

    AXA is becoming a sustainable tech-led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation. 

    We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.

    We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.

    At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:

  • State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
  • State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
  • High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities 

    • What We Offer

    We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.

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    Next Generation Firewall Engineer

    Company:
    AXA Group
    City:
    Brussel
    Contract type: 
    Permanent, Full-time
    Degree level: 
    Master
    Published:
    27.05.2024
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