Job DescriptionThis is a newly created position to help meet the IT needs of Fortinet's rapidly growing workforce. With over 15,000 people worldwide (and growing) and the implementation of new IT systems, we are looking for a beginner-to-intermediate-level Network Engineer to help us ensure 24x7 network support. In this critical role you will be based at Fortinet Headquarters at Sunnyvale, California and support our global distribution of network and server systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a network security company and utilize the latest systems and equipment to support our network availability.
Responsibilities:- Work under the guidance of senior network engineers to deploy new communication network for Fortinet current/new offices within the USA.
- Execute initial configurations of Fortigates, FortiSwitches, console servers, network PDUs, monitoring devices, etc.
- Install and upgrade network hardware; configure firewall policies.
- Gathering information, documenting, and updating network topologies.
- Ordering network devices, rack-mounting, and cabling.
- Respond, troubleshoot and resolve first-level support requests
- Coordinates and communicates with users
- Participate in an on-call rotation for support of systems outside of normal business hours
- Travels about 7 times per year within the US to assist with deployment and maintenance of Fortinet offices networks.
Skills and requirements:- Understanding of networking hardware and infrastructure
- Experience with network devices installation and network physical connections
- Very good understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 network protocols
- Fortinet NSE 4 certification is a requirement for this position
- Other certifications in network engineering are a plus
- Strong multi-tasking abilities
- Excellent teamwork, can-do attitude, and communication skills with end-users are essential.
- Excellent English oral and written.
Education:AA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering (or equivalent education and experience)
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be $89,000 - $140,000. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion.
About UsFortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world's largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet's Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone. 
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