A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Network Security Designer with strong firewall (Checkpoint, Fortinet or Juniper SRX) and load balance (F5) expertise to join their team on a permanent basis. Joining a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, this role will be responsible for the design of a range of project initiatives within their large, complex network. Working with business and technical stakeholders, you will understand requirements and recommend networking solutions. Responsibilities will include designing new service patterns, strategy and roadmaps in relation to their network security environment, as well as creating pattern designs and blueprints and working with the engineering team in the deployment of the proposed solution. To be successful in this role you will need: Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant vendor certifications Demonstrated network engineering design experience gained within large, complex network environments Advanced knowledge and experience designing, configuring, deploying and troubleshooting network security devices with superior knowledge and experience of firewalls (Checkpoint, Juniper SRX or Fortinet) and F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM, APM, ASM) Strong knowledge and experience of routing and switching including BGP, OSPF etc Good understanding and experience with cloud networking (AWS / Azure) combined with experience writing Python scripts and/or using Ansible Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as required Please note – you will be required to attend the office at least two – three days per week in their Sydney offices. An attractive salary package is on offer. To be excited for this exciting opportunity, please apply online today.