Title: Network Engineer (Fortinet Focus)
Duration: Contract - 6 Months (possible extension into 2025)
C2C
Visa: Any visa (Except H1B, CPT, TN) works needs to be local to TX
Interview: Video
- candidates must complete a background check upon offer*
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled network engineer with a strong focus on Fortinet products to join our dynamic team reporting to the Director Network Engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Fortinet-based network solutions.
Responsibilities
- Configure and optimize FortiGate NGFW, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and other network security devices
- Troubleshoot network issues and provide timely resolutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security and performance
- Support network infrastructure installation for new office builds
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Escalation point for network related issues
- Participate in projects
Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a network engineer, with a focus on Fortinet products
- Experience configuring and managing FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitches, and FortiAPs
- Experience with FortiClient EMS, FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager
- Experience with Microsoft Azure networking (VNET, SUBNET, UDR, NSG, NVA, VWAN, VHUB, Express Route, VNet Peering)
- Experience with structured cabling standards and terminology related to installation in office environments
- Experience with using network monitoring and traffic analyzing tools (SolarWinds, Wireshark)
- Experience with Multi-Factor Authentication solutions and VPN architecture (Site to Site and Client)
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, STP, NAT, DNS, DHCP, CAPWAP, 802.11, 802.1q, LACP, VLANs, IKEv2, IPSEC, etc.)
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
- Certifications such as Fortinet NSE 4/5/6, CCNA, or CCNP are preferred