Attractivate Consulting Solutions
Fortinet Network Engineer (Houston)
Attractivate Consulting Solutions, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Job Title: Fortinet Network Engineer
Job Summary The Fortinet Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting network and security infrastructure centered around Fortinet technologies. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching, and secure access solutions across enterprise or multi-site environments. The position includes both project-based engineering work and day-to-day operational support. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet security solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP Implement and manage security policies, firewall rules, UTM features, SD-WAN, and advanced threat protection Monitor network and security systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security posture Troubleshoot complex Layer 27 network and security issues Configure and maintain VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and secure remote access solutions Support routing and switching infrastructure (static routing, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, HA configurations) Conduct regular system audits, firmware upgrades, patching, and configuration backups Develop and maintain accurate network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and runbooks Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support new applications, services, and architecture changes Assist with incident response, risk mitigation, and security best-practice implementation Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support when required Required Qualifications and Experience 35+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security and networking technologies Strong understanding of firewall policies, NAT, security profiles (IPS, AV, Web Filtering, Application Control), and SSL inspection Experience with FortiGate configuration in both standalone and HA environments Proficiency with FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized management and reporting Solid understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network troubleshooting Experience with VPN configuration and remote access solutions Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Preferred Qualifications Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, or NSE 7 Experience with SD-WAN deployment and optimization Familiarity with cloud networking and cloud-integrated security models (AWS, Azure, GCP) Knowledge of zero trust principles and identity-based access Experience with security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO, CIS) Education Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred Equivalent professional experience will be considered
Job Summary The Fortinet Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting network and security infrastructure centered around Fortinet technologies. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching, and secure access solutions across enterprise or multi-site environments. The position includes both project-based engineering work and day-to-day operational support. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet security solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP Implement and manage security policies, firewall rules, UTM features, SD-WAN, and advanced threat protection Monitor network and security systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security posture Troubleshoot complex Layer 27 network and security issues Configure and maintain VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and secure remote access solutions Support routing and switching infrastructure (static routing, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, HA configurations) Conduct regular system audits, firmware upgrades, patching, and configuration backups Develop and maintain accurate network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and runbooks Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support new applications, services, and architecture changes Assist with incident response, risk mitigation, and security best-practice implementation Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support when required Required Qualifications and Experience 35+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security and networking technologies Strong understanding of firewall policies, NAT, security profiles (IPS, AV, Web Filtering, Application Control), and SSL inspection Experience with FortiGate configuration in both standalone and HA environments Proficiency with FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized management and reporting Solid understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network troubleshooting Experience with VPN configuration and remote access solutions Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Preferred Qualifications Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, or NSE 7 Experience with SD-WAN deployment and optimization Familiarity with cloud networking and cloud-integrated security models (AWS, Azure, GCP) Knowledge of zero trust principles and identity-based access Experience with security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST, ISO, CIS) Education Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred Equivalent professional experience will be considered