Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in the Fortinet security ecosystem and a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. This position requires strong hands-on skills in designing, deploying, and managing network security solutions using Fortinet technologies such as FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiMonitor, and FortiClient EMS.

In office position with 1 day remote!

• Must currently reside in Arizona. No relocation assistance or relocation package is available.
• No visa sponsorship is available now or in the future.

What you get to go do in this exciting role:

• Design and implement secure network environments utilizing the complete suite of Fortinet products
• Administer and optimize FortiGate firewalls, including high-availability setups, VPN configurations (IPSec/SSL), and UTM functionalities
• Oversee centralized security management through FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
• Identify, investigate, and respond to security alerts, threats, and incidents
• Conduct periodic security risk assessments and support compliance efforts
• Document configurations, procedures, and security standards
• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical issues and collaborate with other IT teams
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend support as needed

What you need to be successful in this role:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in a network security engineering role
• Advanced proficiency with Fortinet tools, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiClient EMS
• Fortinet NSE 4 certification required; higher-level certifications (NSE 5–7) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Experience with security segmentation, remote access solutions, and threat mitigation
• Solid grasp of network routing and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, etc.)
• Proven problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking

These would be a PLUS

• Integration experience with identity platforms like Azure AD or Okta
• Scripting or automation knowledge (e.g., Python, Ansible)
• Familiarity with public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and associated security frameworks
• Background in regulated industries such as finance or healthcare is a plus

If this sounds exciting and you meet the requirements, APPLY TODAY!

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