Job Specifications
My client, a Global Technology Business, are looking for a Project Manager with a strong background in network infrastructure and Checkpoint Firewall technologies to lead and coordinate complex network and firewall migration projects.
The role is INSIDE of IR35 and Leeds/Hybrid. This position is paying £520 PER DAY
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage end-to-end firewall migration projects, including planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery.
Coordinate cross-functional teams of network engineers, security engineers, and infrastructure specialists to achieve project goals.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Checkpoint Firewall migration activities, including upgrades, policy optimization, and rule base clean-up.
Oversee the planning and execution of network cutovers, change management processes, and post-migration validation.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, risk logs, and communication reports.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define scope, and align project deliverables with business objectives.
Manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of hardware, licenses, and support services.
Track and report on project status, risks, dependencies, and resource utilization to leadership.
Ensure compliance with network and security standards, policies, and best practices.
Support continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned and implementing process enhancements.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in project management within network infrastructure or security engineering environments.
Proven hands-on or management experience with Checkpoint Firewalls (R80.x or later preferred).
Demonstrated success leading firewall migration projects (e.g., legacy to Checkpoint, data center migrations, or cloud firewall deployments).
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, NAT, etc.).
Experience managing projects using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Checkpoint Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or Checkpoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE) certification.
Familiarity with other firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) a plus.
Experience with cloud networking and security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred.
About the Company
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