Fortinet Network Security Specialist 

United States, California, Sunnyvale 

978958561

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy, manage, troubleshoot complex network environment from scratch
• Manage and maintain FortiGate firewalls, including configuration, updates, and optimization.
• Monitor network traffic and troubleshoot performance issues to ensure system efficiency.
• Respond to security incidents, collaborating with the SOC team to mitigate threats.
• Respond to network incidents in timely manner to maintain high SLA.
• Conduct network assessments and recommend improvements to bolster security posture.
• Implement and manage high availability (HA) protocols and network configurations.
• Analyze and resolve issues related to network protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP)
• Establish and troubleshoot network tunneling protocols like IPSec and SSLVPN.
• Document network configurations and security processes for internal use.
• Provide technical guidance to junior team members and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in network security and management, including firewall administration.
• Expertise with FortiGate firewalls and NGFW systems.
• Proficiency in network protocols and tools, including SNMP, Syslog, and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Experience with Layer 2/3 technologies and high-availability setups.
• Knowledge of network automation and SDN is a plus.
• Certifications such as CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE 4 (or higher) are preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.