Sr. Fortinet Network Engineer

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Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in network security engineering.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Fortinet products: FortiGate (firewalls and SD-WAN), FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer.
• Proficiency with other networking and security technologies: Palo Alto Networks, Cisco Systems, Aruba Networks.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, firewall policies, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
• Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, NSE 6, or NSE 7 are highly desirable.
• Additional certifications like CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, or equivalent are a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Fortinet subject matter expert.
• Design, implement, and manage Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate firewalls, SD-WAN, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolve complex network security issues.
• Work closely with the client's IT and security teams to assess network infrastructure.
• Recommend enhancements and optimizations based on best practices.
• Conduct knowledge transfer and training sessions for client personnel.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and policies.
• Assist in the integration of Fortinet products with other technologies (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco, Aruba).
• Support the client in network security audits and compliance initiatives.
• Stay updated with the latest Fortinet technologies and industry trends.
• Proactively provide recommendations to improve network security posture.
• Lead initiatives to enhance network performance and security.