Network Engineer – Fortinet Infrastructure (Field-Support)

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 27 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Network Engineer Fortinet Infrastructure (Field-Support)

Location: Dallas / Houston Texas (Field travel required)

Duration: Long term contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Network Engineer to design implement and maintain mission-critical networking infrastructure supporting our oil and gas operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in networking technologies enterprise networking cloud (Azure) networking Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and robust experience with both Fortinet and Cisco IOS platforms. You will ensure high availability security and performance for both office and field networking environments often in remote or challenging locations.

Detailed Job Description:

Deploy configure and maintain Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate series) switches and VPN solutions.
Design deploy and support enterprise network solutions across diverse operational environments (offices remote field sites drilling rigs processing plants etc.).
Configure manage and troubleshoot Fortinet security appliances (firewalls VPNs SD-WAN etc.) and Cisco IOS-based network devices (routers switches wireless controllers).
Assist in the migration from Cisco to Fortinet infrastructure.
Plan and deploy Azure networking solutions: VPN gateways virtual networks ExpressRoute network security groups and hybrid cloud architectures.
Must have strong hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls (configuration troubleshooting and deployment). Conduct site visits for network setup troubleshooting and hardware
installation.
Must be willing to travel to remote field sites when required. Should have field experience (network device installation troubleshooting at site etc.).
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts for network and cloud resource provisioning using Terraform and related tools.
Maintain and optimize LANs/WANs wireless networks and remote access infrastructure to support industrial IoT operational technology and business applications.
Collaborate with SCADA IT and OT teams ensuring secure segmentation between corporate and critical infrastructure networks.
Monitor network performance and perform proactive maintenance troubleshooting issues to resolution (including after-hours emergencies if needed). Participate in network monitoring
performance tuning and issue resolution.
Document network designs configurations and policies for auditing handover and regulatory compliance. Follow change management and documentation standardsNetwork Engineer Fortinet Infrastructure (Field-Support)
Implement network security best practices to protect sensitive operational data and prevent cyber threats.
Coordinate with vendors service providers and field technicians for deployment and support of network services. Maintain strong coordination with vendors and internal teams during rollout projects.
Collaborate with the Houston and Dallas teams to ensure network uptime and reliability.
Participate in network architecture reviews audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
5 8 years hands-on experience as a network engineer preferably in the oil & gas sector or comparable industrial environment.
Minimum 3 years of experience with Fortinet products Fortinet security appliances (FortiGate firewalls FortiManager FortiAnalyzer VPN configuration).
In-depth experience with Cisco IOS routers/switches (configuration troubleshooting upgrades).
Experience with network migrations and firewall policy configurations.
Azure networking experience including vNets VPN/ExpressRoute security/network policies and hybrid solutions.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code specifically Terraform for networking and cloud automation; experience with other IaC tools (such as Ansible ARM templates or CloudFormation)
is a plus.
Familiarity with WAN/LAN routing VPN and VLAN setup. Strong grasp of routing (BGP OSPF EIGRP) VLANs QoS MPLS NAT and VPN technologies.
Solid understanding of enterprise networking and security concepts: 802.1x wireless (Wi-Fi) IP addressing subnetting DNS/DHCP firewalls IDS/IPS.
Ability to work safely and independently in remote or challenging locations (occasional field travel required). Willingness to travel to remote oilfield or production sites as needed.
Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred:

Fortinet NSE-level certification (NSE 4 or higher) preferred.
Industry certifications (ex: CCNP Fortinet NSE Azure Network Engineer Terraform HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate).
Prior experience with industrial networking SCADA and OT environments.
Experience with point-to-multipoint or LTE/private 5G/CBRS technologies for oilfield connectivity.
Experience with network automation and monitoring tools (ex: Auvik SolarWinds PRTG etc.).

Key Skills: Network Engineer Fortinet Infrastructure (Field-Support)

Cisco IOS (routing switching)
Fortinet Security (firewall VPN SD-WAN)
Azure Cloud Networking
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform ARM etc.)
LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi design & troubleshooting
Network security best practices
Documentation & compliance
Analytical & troubleshooting skills
Communication & teamwork

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Primarily office-based with occasional travel to field offices and operational sites as needed.
Potential exposure to remote and high-risk environments requiring adherence to safety protocols.
May involve walking climbing bending or handling equipment during site visits.
Possible exposure to varying weather conditions (heat cold rain) while on-site at the field offices.
Availability for emergency response and incident management including after-hours support when required.
Should possess excellent communication skills and professional presentation suitable for a corporate environment.
Professional presentation and customer-facing demeanor.
Self-driven adaptable and comfortable working across remote teams.
Ability to manage tasks independently with minimal supervision.

Position: Network Engineer Fortinet Infrastructure (Field-Support) Location: Dallas / Houston Texas (Field travel required) Duration: Long term contract Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Sr. Network Engineer to design implement and maintain mission-critical networking infrastructure ...