Fortinet SDWAN Engineer

MatchPoint Solutions is a fast-growing young energetic global IT-Engineering services company with clients across the US. We provide technology solutions to various clients like Uber Robinhood Netflix Airbnb Google Sephora and more! More recently we have expanded to working internationally in Canada China Ireland UK Brazil and India. Through our culture of innovation we inspire build and deliver business results from idea to outcome. We keep our clients on the cutting edge of the latest technologies and provide solutions by using industry-specific best practices and expertise.

We are excited to be continuously expanding our team. If you are interested in this position please send over your updated resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Fortinet SDWAN Engineer

5 days a week on site in Plano TX; Jersey City NJ; or Columbus OH

Duration: 6 months

Seeking a skilled Network Engineer with experience in the Fortinet suite and expertise in SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will design implement and maintain scalable SDWAN network solutions using Fortinet technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize the Fortinet solutions (FortiGate FortiManager FortiAnalyzer FortiSwitch FortiAP) to design and deploy Fortinet SDWAN architectures in a large-scale enterprise environment
• Deploy and configure Fortinet devices and solutions
• Utilize Fortinets tools to monitor network performance and resolve issues
• Integrate Fortinet SDWAN with existing network infrastructure
• Implement and maintain security policies and ensure compliance with defined standards
• Ensure network designs adhere to industry best practices and security standards
• Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments - perform software upgrades and deploy updates/patches to resolve vulnerabilities
• Utilize FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized management and analytics
• Plan and execute network migrations from traditional networks to SD-WAN environments
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated SDWAN incidents network issues and problems
• Work closely with other cross-functional teams to implement changes as required
• Create update maintain documentation and update existing tools & inventory systems
• Mentor peers on best practices for Fortinet technologies

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Formal training or certification or work experience(s) on network infrastructure and IT systems
• Strong hands-on experience with the Fortinet suite (FortiGate FortiManager FortiAnalyzer FortiAP FortiSwitch etc.)
• Proficiency in configuring and managing Fortinet SD-WAN solutions
• Understanding of Firewalls VPNs and intrusion detection/prevention systems using Fortinet solutions
• Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g. BGP OSPF MPLS VLANs).
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python Ansible) is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years in network engineering roles with Fortinet focus
• Experience designing deploying and managing enterprise networks
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fortinet NSE 3 (or higher) Certification
• Bachelor Degree
• Automation and programming languages (e.g. Scripting Python etc.)
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and SASE frameworks
• Experience in large enterprise environment(s)
• Experience in the financial sector