Data Center Network Engineer ( FortiGate and Forti manager)

Job Title: Data Center Network Engineer ( FortiGate and Forti manager).

We are looking for a well-rounded network Engineer with extensive hands-on experience in the implementation of customer network environments including dedicated circuits, Cisco routers, and Fortigate firewalls. The candidate needs to have a strong foundation in network infrastructure, a solid understanding of dynamic routing protocols and great analytic and troubleshooting skills.
This engineer would be responsible for ensuring that the operations teams have high quality training and documentation in order to provide first level support for both incidents and work requests in multiple data center environments. The ability to pivot between multiple tasks and projects throughout the day while managing workflow and dates is an essential skillset for this team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant Computer Science/MIS fields or equivalent work experience
• 5 years' experience in a network engineer/architect role within a data center environment
• 5 years' experience working with Cisco routers for edge connectivity
• 5 years' experience working with firewall technologies (preferably at least 2-3 years with FortiGate and Forti manager)
• Strong Routing & Switching skills with extensive experience working with dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
• Demonstrated leadership of large complex projects
• Experience working with service providers for circuit provisioning and troubleshooting
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
Demonstrated strong background in working with cross functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues on the
network
• Flexibility, including the willingness and ability to readily respond to changing circumstances and expectations. Openness to
new ideas and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong planning skills
• Solid work ethic and integrity
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
• Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE) Data Center
• Strong knowledge in Data Center architecture
• Experience with Nexus 9K and VXLAN
• Experience in programming Python and Ansible and/or other network automation tools
• Exposure to Arista data center network products
• Experience with Network visibility tools like Gigamon, Extra hop, Splunk, Solarwinds
• Stress management/composure -- the ability to work, while maintaining composure and calm demeanor under pressure.
• Strong customer service and client focus.
• The ability to be a part of a team and to work well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment