Network Security Engineer; FortiSASE

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Security Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Forti

SASE and Fortinet firewall technologies. This role is responsible for securing enterprise and customer environments by managing cloud-delivered and on-prem network security solutions. The ideal candidate is independent, technically strong, and comfortable owning security operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Manage, configure, and support network security platforms including Forti Gate, Forti
  
  SASE, and Akamai WAF.
• Troubleshoot firewall policies, traffic flows, and complex network connectivity issues across multiple environments.
• Perform daily operational support, routine maintenance, and health checks of network and security infrastructure.
• Implement and configure Forti
  
  SASE components including ZTNA, Secure Web Gateway (SWG), CASB, and FWaaS.
• Integrate SASE and cloud security solutions with existing enterprise network and security architectures.
• Monitor security events, performance, and availability using centralized management and monitoring tools.
• Diagnose and resolve latency, access, and connectivity issues impacting remote and hybrid users.
• Continuously update firewall rules, security policies, and configurations to address evolving threats and business needs.
• Ensure all security configurations comply with organizational standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for configurations, procedures, incidents, and operational processes.
• Collaborate closely with network, cloud, and security teams to support modern workforce and secure access models.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base articles to support ongoing operations.

• 10+ years of experience in network security engineering, firewall administration, and enterprise security operations.
• Strong hands-on experience with Forti
  
  SASE and Fortinet security solutions.
• Solid understanding of ZTNA, SWG, CASB, FWaaS, and DLP concepts.
• Strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VPNs, DNS, and routing protocols.
• Experience with SD-WAN and secure remote access technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Prior experience implementing SASE or cloud-delivered security solutions.
• Fortinet certifications (NSE 4 or higher).
• Cloud security certifications such as CCSP or AWS Security Specialty.