Fortinet Network Engineer (Houston)

Job Title : Fortinet Network Engineer

Job Summary

The Fortinet Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting network and security infrastructure centered around Fortinet technologies. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching, and secure access solutions across enterprise or multi-site environments. The position includes both project-based engineering work and day-to-day operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet security solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP
• Implement and manage security policies, firewall rules, UTM features, SD-WAN, and advanced threat protection
• Monitor network and security systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security posture
• Troubleshoot complex Layer 27 network and security issues
• Configure and maintain VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and secure remote access solutions
• Support routing and switching infrastructure (static routing, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, HA configurations)
• Conduct regular system audits, firmware upgrades, patching, and configuration backups
• Develop and maintain accurate network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and runbooks
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support new applications, services, and architecture changes
• Assist with incident response, risk mitigation, and security best-practice implementation
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support when required

Required Qualifications and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Education