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 2–7 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
3–5+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security and networking technologiesStrong understanding of firewall policies, NAT, security profiles (IPS, AV, Web Filtering, Application Control), and SSL inspectionExperience with FortiGate configuration in both standalone and HA environmentsProficiency with FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized management and reportingSolid understanding of TCP / IP, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network troubleshootingExperience with VPN configuration and remote access solutionsFamiliarity with network monitoring and logging toolsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsPreferred Qualifications
Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, or NSE 7Experience with SD-WAN deployment and optimizationFamiliarity with cloud networking and cloud-integrated security models (AWS, Azure, GCP)Knowledge of zero trust principles and identity-based accessExperience with security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO, CIS)Education
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferredEquivalent professional experience will be considered