Fortinet Network Engineer

Anaheim, CA
Contracted
Experienced

Job Overview:
MetroSys is seeking a skilled Fortinet Network Engineer to join our team to support, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure with a focus on Fortinet security products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and associated Fortinet technologies. This role will be responsible for designing secure network architectures, troubleshooting network issues, and implementing security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Configure, deploy, and manage Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, and security policies

  • Administer and maintain FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized management and reporting

  • Design and implement network security architecture across LAN/WAN environments

  • Perform upgrades, patches, and backups of Fortinet devices

  • Monitor and troubleshoot network performance and security events

  • Collaborate with internal teams and clients to assess security posture and recommend improvements

  • Maintain documentation related to network configurations, changes, and procedures

  • Ensure compliance with security standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.)

Requirements:

  • 3–5+ years of experience in network engineering or network security

  • Hands-on expertise with Fortinet products: FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, FortiAP

  • Strong knowledge of routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, NAT, ACLs)

  • Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and firewall policy design

  • Familiarity with SIEM integration and network monitoring tools

  • Fortinet NSE certifications preferred (NSE4 or above)

  • Experience with network segmentation, high availability, and redundant systems

  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in highly regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government)

  • Exposure to SD-WAN or hybrid cloud networking solutions

  • Familiarity with other network/security tools (Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba, etc.)

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