Fortinet Network Security Engineer - North Central region

We are looking for a skilled Fortinet Network Security Engineer to support our Network Security & PKI Practice in designing, implementing, and managing Fortinet based security solutions for our managed service and consulting clients. This role will engage in the development of resilient firewall, VPN, and SD-WAN architectures while providing “Wow Them” service to clients and/or internal customers or co-workers. The Fortinet Network Security Engineer will be required to demonstrate strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills, lead by influence, and strong business/financial acumen to drive the use of progressive network security programs that will align the delivery with business objectives and priorities.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and support network security solutions using Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch); Configure and manage firewall policies, VPNs (IPSec/SSL), SD-WAN, and UTM features; Utilize FortiManager for centralized management and policy deployment across multiple FortiGate devices; Use FortiAnalyzer for event correlation, log analysis, and reporting; Perform regular health checks, upgrades, and policy audits on Fortinet equipment; Support networking infrastructure, including switching, VLANs, static and dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), and subnetting; Troubleshoot network and security issues across multiple clients or environments; Collaborate with clients and internal teams to recommend and implement security best practices; Document configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch); Solid understanding of core networking concepts: subnetting, NAT, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching, and VLANs; Experience with firewall policy creation, security profiles, and VPN configurations; Strong troubleshooting, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; Basic Fortinet certification required prior to hire (NSE 4 or higher preferred); Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes; Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; Up to 25% travel

Nice to have

Experience with multi-tenant firewall environments and managing clients in regulated industries; Familiarity with FortiAP, FortiClient EMS, and FortiAuthenticator; Exposure to network segmentation, zero trust architecture, or compliance-driven security implementations; Experience working with MSPs or in a consulting/VAR role

Benefits

Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions); Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options); Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans; 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program; Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance; Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment; Pet Benefit Option