Security Administrator

Security Administrator

Location – Hybrid – Cincinnati, OH (Downtown)

Compensation – $90,000 – $120,000

Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.

We are partnering with a long‑standing national enterprise seeking a seasoned Security Administrator to support and evolve their enterprise security operations.

• Perform day‑to‑day troubleshooting and management of a 240‑rule Check Point firewall environment across 130 North American sites.
• Manage the KnowBe4 security awareness platform, including phishing exercises and training.
• Assist in designing and implementing new security platforms.
• Create and modify firewall rules, policies, and security device configurations.
• Monitor and report on availability of security layers and respond to alerts.
• Conduct root cause analysis, trend analysis, and collaborate with teams to minimize risks.
• Support vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, compliance reporting and B2B connectivity.
• Document and improve processes; design and support secure architecture solutions (VPN, access, hardware/software).

• 2+ years of hands‑on Check Point firewall administration.
• Strong foundational networking knowledge required to support firewall operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with firewall design, deployment, upgrades, and security incident troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and ability to prioritize in high‑pressure environments.

• Check Point certification (highly preferred).
• Cisco security/network certification.
• Experience with Azure NSGs/ASGs, SD‑WAN, and broader enterprise security tools.

Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Short & Long‑Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, and 401(k).

Vernovis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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