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Smoothstack

Network Engineer

Smoothstack, Manassas Park, Virginia, United States

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Core Responsibilities

Collaborate with Product Owner and Squad members to design, develop, test, configure, upgrade, and maintain Fortinet and Checkpoint Firewalls (VDOM/VSX). Implement and operate firewall solutions within a DevOps/Agile environment. Deploy infrastructure and network software following established change management processes. Assist in creating and maintaining technical documentation for firewall systems and processes. Interact with internal and external teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. Troubleshoot complex network flows, performance issues, and configuration anomalies. Provision and execute firewall requests in alignment with security policies and standards. Continuously improve operations through automation, knowledge sharing, and education. Participate in weekend deployment activities and rotational on-call support (approx. 1 Saturday/month). Technical Expertise

Hands-on experience with Fortinet and Checkpoint Firewalls or equivalent technologies. Proficiency with firewall management platforms: FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, Checkpoint Smart-One. Familiarity with security policy management tools such as Algosec. Understanding of SD-WAN and Zero Trust architectures. Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Zero Touch provisioning. Scripting skills in Shell, Python, or Perl for automation and task optimization. Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and command-line tools. Certifications (Preferred)

Fortinet FCP/FCSS Network Security Checkpoint CCSA/CCSE Cisco CCNA Operational Duties

Perform daily and weekly firewall rule-base management (provisioning, assurance, etc.). Contribute to and execute the firewall product roadmap, including upgrades and feature rollouts. Independently deploy new infrastructure from High-Level Design to Detailed Design and implementation. Identify inefficiencies in network and workflow processes; recommend and implement automation solutions. Evaluate emerging network technologies and contribute to strategic planning. Collaboration & Tools

Work closely with cross-functional teams using DevOps/Agile principles. Utilize Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow for task tracking, documentation, and incident management. Work Environment

Flexible work arrangement: minimum 2 days onsite, up to 3 days remote per week. Opportunity to grow in a dynamic, agile DevOps culture with continuous learning and development.

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