FortiNet Network Engineer

Hi,

This is Yusuf working as a Sr. Recruiter at K-Tek Resourcing, I have an excellent job opportunity for you mentioned below, please let me know if you want to apply for the given role. You can reach out to me directly on yusuf.javed@ktekresourcing.com

Job Title: Network Engineer

Job Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Job Type: Contract/C2C/W2

Duration: Long Term

Must Have: Experience with FortiNet, FortiGate, FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer Exp

Job Description:

Technology Knowledge Areas –

• Firewall: FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA
• SDWAN: Fortinet
• Wi-Fi: Fortinet, Juniper Mist
• Routing: Good knowledge on routing protocols - OSPF, BGP, AIGRP, EIGRP, Static routing
• Switching: Good knowledge on switching protocols STP, LACP, MCLAG, VLAN, VTP
• VPN: Strong knowledge on SSL and IPSEC
• Load Balancer: F5 LTM
• Hands-on knowledge of Ansible, Linux shell and python scripting, and other automation tools
• Experience with enterprise network tools like Splunk, Netscout
• Knowledge on cloud solutions for Network Security (Azure/AWS)
• Hands-on knowledge of Ansible, and python scripting, would be added advantage.

Technology Experience –

• SDWAN & SDLAN Solutions: Hands-on experience in the implementation, troubleshooting, and administration of SDWAN solutions, including Fortinet, FortiGate SDWAN. Proficient in configuring, optimizing, and securing WAN networks, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Routing & Switching: Extensive experience in managing and troubleshooting Cisco Routers and Nexus switches, with in-depth knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, static routing, VRF) and switching technologies (VLAN, STP, VPC, stacking).
• Firewalls: Expertise in deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting next-generation firewalls, including Fortinet FortiGate, Checkpoint, Cisco ASA and Palo Alto
• Load Balancers: Hands-on experience in managing and configuring F5 LTM, GTM, APM load balancers, ensuring effective traffic distribution and optimizing network performance and availability.
• IPS/IDS: Proficient in managing and troubleshooting IPS solutions from Checkpoint, Palo Alto, and Fortinet, providing advanced threat prevention and security monitoring.
• Proxy Servers: Expertise in troubleshooting and managing Zscaler PITC proxy servers to ensure secure internet access and application performance.
• Tunneling Protocols: Solid knowledge of IPSEC and GRE tunneling protocols for secure site-to-site and remote access VPNs.
• Cloud Infrastructure & Security: Experience in managing firewall solutions in Cloud environments (Azure/AWS), ensuring security, compliance, and seamless connectivity across cloud-based applications and networks.
• Network Monitoring & Tools: Hands-on experience with network monitoring and management tools like Splunk, Netscout and ThousandEyes for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and proactive issue resolution.
• Wireless Solutions: Experience in implementing and troubleshooting Fortinet, Juniper Mist Wireless Controllers and Access Points, along with familiarity in managing wireless networks for both SDLAN and traditional LAN environments.

Soft Skills

Strong technical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills, customer relationship skills and interpersonal skills in working with cross-functional teams.

Desirable

• NSE7 / CCIE-Data Center
• CCNP – R&S, Security
• CCSA/CCSE
• PCNSA/PCNSE
• F5 201/301

Thanks and Have a Great Day!!