Fortinet Engineer Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Fortinet Engineer to design, implement, and manage Fortinet-based network security solutions. The Fortinet Engineer will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining Fortinet products, such as FortiGate firewalls, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager, to ensure robust network security and performance. This role requires deep expertise in Fortinet technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with IT teams to safeguard organizational infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design: Architect and design Fortinet-based security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and secure SD-WAN, to meet business and security requirements.

• Implementation: Deploy and configure Fortinet products, such as FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiClient, ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructure.

• Network Security Management: Monitor, manage, and optimize Fortinet devices to protect against cyber threats, including malware, DDoS attacks, and unauthorized access.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex issues related to Fortinet systems, including firewall policies, VPN connectivity, and security alerts, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Policy Configuration: Create and maintain firewall policies, NAT rules, and security profiles to align with organizational security standards and compliance requirements.

• Performance Monitoring: Use FortiAnalyzer and other tools to analyze network traffic, generate reports, and identify potential security vulnerabilities or performance bottlenecks.

• Upgrades and Maintenance: Perform regular updates, patches, and firmware upgrades on Fortinet devices to ensure optimal performance and security.

• Collaboration: Work with network architects, system administrators, and other IT teams to integrate Fortinet solutions with broader infrastructure and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).

• Training and Documentation: Provide training to IT staff and end-users on Fortinet systems and maintain detailed documentation of configurations, policies, and procedures.

• Compliance: Ensure Fortinet deployments comply with industry standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA) and organizational security policies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in network security, with at least 2 years focused on Fortinet product deployment and management.

• Technical Skills:

  • Expertise in Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient, FortiWeb, etc.).

  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, SSL/TLS).

  • Experience with firewall policy management, IPS, anti-malware, and secure SD-WAN configurations.

  • Familiarity with cloud security integration (e.g., FortiGate-VM in AWS/Azure).

  • Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.

• Certifications: Required: Fortinet NSE 4 or higher. Preferred: NSE 5, NSE 7, Cisco CCNA, or CompTIA Security+.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.