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Kelly Services is actively recruiting for a Firewall Security Specialist for a Long Term Contract opportunity in Midland, MI.

Position: Firewall Security Specialist

Job Summary:

The Firewall Security Specialist is responsible for reviewing and evaluating firewall rule change requests to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the security posture of the organization by ensuring that firewall configurations align with security policies and protect against unauthorized access, threats, and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze firewall rule change requests submitted via ServiceNow requests.

• Evaluate proposed changes for security risks, impact, and compliance with established security policies.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand the business context and technical requirements behind each rule change.

• Ensure that firewall rules adhere to the principle of least privilege (i.e., granting only the necessary permissions).

• Verify that rules are properly documented, including purpose, source, destination, and service.

• Conduct periodic reviews of existing firewall rules to identify obsolete or unnecessary entries.

• Provide guidance and recommendations to improve firewall configurations and overall security posture.

• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and advancements in firewall technologies.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Information Security, or a related field.

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

• Experience in firewall administration, rule management, and security policy enforcement is a plus.

• Familiarity with firewall technologies (CheckPoint, Palo Alto) is a plus.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or equivalent is a plus.

Work Environment:

The Firewall Security Specialist will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with FW Service Manager, FW SME, network engineers, system administrators, and security professionals. Occasional off-hours work may be required for emergency rule changes or incident response.

If you feel you have the knowledge and expertise, apply today to connect with a Kelly professional who will work to enrich your life.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.