1,081 Fortinet jobs in the United States

• Azure, O365, Fortinet (100+ firewalls), Active Directory, Intune, Virtual Machines
  
• Dynamic and unstructured IT environment-collaboration, curiosity, and flexibility are key

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Fortinet firewalls and networking policies
  
• Design and implement subnetting, VLANs, DNS, trace routes, and port forwarding solutions
  
• Conduct firewall policy creation from scratch and resolve access and security issues
  
• Support Azure tenant setup, cost analysis, and configuration of hybrid IT environments
  
• Collaborate on IT initiatives requiring cross-functional skills (networking, sys admin, cloud)
  
• Assist with DNS requests, shared drive access, and internal/external connectivity issues
  
• Document network designs, procedures, and perform security best practices reviews

• Proven experience with Fortinet firewalls (policy creation, troubleshooting, SD-WAN, IPS, etc.)
  
• Strong understanding of networking concepts: subnetting, VLANs, routing, and switching
  
• Azure hands-on experience: tenant setup, cost management, VM deployment
  
• Background in systems administration (Active Directory, Intune, O365)
  
• Passion for continuous learning, side projects, and cross-domain problem solving
  
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to guide end-to-end issue resolution

• Experience with DNS, DHCP, trace route analysis, and Azure cost optimization
  
• Familiarity with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell)

• 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.)

• 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

• 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.)

Job title: Network Engineer - Fortinet
Job Location: Manassas, VA - HYBRID.

Job Description:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Hands-on expertise with firewall platforms such as Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks or Check Point
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, IPsec, BGP, OSPF etc.,)
• Hands-on experience with Firewall management platforms Forti Manager, Forti Analyzer, Checkpoint Smart-1
• Familiarity with security policy management tools like Algosec Security Management System
• Experience with hybrid or cloud environments (e.g., FortiGate Cloud, integration with AWS/Azure)
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, Zero Trust architecture and next-generation firewall (NGFW) features
• Familiarity with concepts like Zero Touch/Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
• Experience with automation/scripting (Python, Ansible, Bash) for firewall management
• Certification in Fortinet, Network Security.

• Configure, deploy, and maintain FortiGate firewalls (policies, NAT, VPNs, UTM features).
• Monitor and manage Fortinet SD-WAN for optimized traffic flow and redundancy.
• Set up and maintain IPSec and SSL VPNs for secure remote access.
• Perform firewall rule audits, tuning, and optimization to enhance security posture.
• Implement Fortinet UTM (Unified Threat Management) features including web filtering, antivirus, and intrusion prevention.

• Design and implement LAN/WAN architectures using Fortinet solutions.
• Configure and maintain FortiSwitch and FortiAP for seamless networking.
• Integrate Fortinet solutions with existing infrastructure to enhance security and performance.
• Work with third-party vendors and ISPs to optimize network connectivity.

• Utilize FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager for logging, reporting, and centralized firewall management.
• Proactively monitor network security events, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions.
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify risks.
• Provide Level 2/3 support for network-related incidents and service requests.

• Ensure Fortinet security solutions comply with industry standards and best practices.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning for network infrastructure.
• Stay updated on Fortinet certifications, firmware updates, and emerging cybersecurity threats .
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, policies, and network diagrams.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet networking solutions (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of firewall administration, security policies, and VPN technologies .
• Experience with Fortinet SD-WAN, high availability (HA), and load balancing .
• Solid understanding of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, NAT, DHCP, DNS, etc.) .
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance (NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, etc.) .
• Fortinet NSE4 or higher certification preferred (NSE5, NSE6, NSE7 a plus).
• Knowledge of cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP) and integration with Fortinet security solutions is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent communication and documentation abilities .

DGR Systems, a growing premier technology consulting company, is actively seeking a Senior Network Engineer experienced in the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise networks to join our highly competent team. The Senior Network Engineer will take on a leadership role in designing and implementing cutting-edge enterprise networks while providing crucial support to our networking practice. This is a client-facing role where the person would play both a pre-/post-sales role while performing as a technology professional.

This position requires an individual who is highly motivated, is a self-starter, and is team focused. The right individual has an in-depth knowledge of technical solutions and how they are deployed, is client-focused, and has excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technical discussions to understand business requirements and translate them into functional specifications such as the creation of Statements of Work (SOW) and Bill of Materials (BOM) for clients.

• Design, implement and transition firewalls, switches, access points, and other network solutions to meet the needs of customers.

• Troubleshoots LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, routing, switching, VPN, firewall, and VoIP equipment, including a broad range of devices (Predominantly Fortinet).

• Develop and maintain technical deliverables including network assessments, capacity planning, detailed design documents, implementation/test plans configuration templates and scripts.

• Engage in peer review sessions to aid fellow engineers in optimizing the quality of their deliverables.

• Perform root cause analysis of critical outage and incidents.

• Maintain up-to-date industry certifications.

Requirements

• Culture fit with strong internalization of DGR Core Values as listed below.

• Strong understanding of routing protocols and network technologies (e.g., eBGP, iBGP, OSPF, IPSEC, trace route, Netflow).

• Advanced, hands-on experience with Fortinet products: FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiClient, FortiManager, FortiSASE. Fortinet Secure SDWAN, FortiAnalyzer

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with network solutions.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with network switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.

• Professional or Expert level network certification is required. Fortinet FCSS, Fortinet FCP, Fortinet NSE 4-8

• Professional or Expert level network certification is preferred. (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, Aruba)

• Preferred Aruba switching and AP experience.

• Must have extensive experience designing, configuring, and managing enterprise-grade firewall solutions, with proficiency in network security architectures.

• Must have an understanding of routing protocols and network technologies (e.g., eBGP, iBGP, OSPF, IPSEC, trace route, Netflow).

• Must have expertise in LAN/WAN administration, including configuring DHCP, DNS, VLANs, NAT, wireless technologies, and switches, with strong proficiency in network security integration.

• Required expertise in network engineering and security firewall architecture; proficiency with Zero Trust frameworks is a bonus.

• Essential to author and adhere to defined network processes and procedures.

• Should produce accurate network diagrams and detailed design documentation for implementation; proficiency with Visio or Lucidchart is highly desired.

• Required to have expertise in architecting, designing, and troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN network solutions; proficiency with SD-WAN or cloud networking is preferred.

• Essential to demonstrate experience designing and deploying multi-site network environments with VLANs, MPLS, SSL, and IPSEC.

• Required to maintain up-to-date expertise in modern security threats and defenses, integrating security into network designs; proficiency with NIST CSF or similar standards is highly desired.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a broader team to achieve objectives.

• Able to clearly communicate detailed technical concepts in both oral and written formats.

• Proven track record in guiding clients through the evaluation and selection of technical solutions to address business requirements in a consultative manner.

• Must be willing to travel when needed.

Benefits

Why DGR?

DGR Systems helps solve the most complex business and operational challenges for their customers. Our team of top-level industry experts takes an innovative and straightforward approach to consulting, design, deployment, and ongoing Assurance Services to meet customer needs.

At a glance, DGR Systems was founded in 2009 in Tampa, Florida, and provides full-service solutions in the areas of Modern Workplace (Endpoint Solutions, Collaboration), Security (Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust, Information Protection) Modern Infrastructure and Cloud, and Applications (Collaboration Apps, SQL Reporting, Power Platform). With an impressive depth of experience across the Microsoft technology solution stack combined with our focus on integrating solutions from multiple leading vendors, we help organizations design and execute against their most challenging digital transformations. At DGR Systems, our culture is built around one simple standard: Excellence is our Baseline - and we deliver on that standard with every customer, every day.

Core Values

DGR Systems core values are an essential and enduring tenant of our organization. They are a small set of timeless guiding principles describing who we are, how we treat people and how we run our business.

• Passion - Love what you do and make it evident through your approach to your work and the attitude you display.

• Ownership -Be accountable for outcomes. Take initiative to start and move things forward to make something better.

• Integrity -Do the right thing. Always. Every time. Without exception.

• Navigation - Find solutions to problems. Evolve, adapt, and embrace change around you for tomorrow will be different than today.

• Teamwork - Be approachable and engage with the team around you constantly. We win or lose together.

Full-Time Team Member Benefits

DGR Systems is committed to the health and welfare of our team members. This commitment involves offering a comprehensive benefits program to help prepare team members and their family for planned as well as unplanned life events.

• Group Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Company Paid Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D)

• Company Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Company Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Voluntary Insurance Options (Voluntary Life, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance)

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Certification Reimbursement

• Work From Home Program

• Wellness Resources

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

• Fortinet engineers that have 5-8 years' experience
• Looking for certs: Fortinet professional cert at a minimum (must be active), ideal cert would be Fortinet expert. The "Professional cert" is mandatory
• Cisco or Juniper certs are good to see and a plus
• Will be customer facing.
• These engineers are the highest engineers are last line of defense on escalations.
• Will work out of a ticket queue and will have scheduled calls with customers.
• Need to be proactive and grab tickets at slower times. MUST have strong customer service / communication skills
• In our NOC, these engineers are the SME's - may troubleshoot BGP issues and the Fortinet infrastructure.
• Will manage SD-WAN on Fortinet devices so should be familiar with SD-WAN
• Basic routing and switching experience required; BGP, OSPF

• The main requirement for these positions is that the engineers are Fortinet experts, with a strong networking background, and have great customer-facing communication skills.
• High level customer-facing engineering support focused on Installation Support and Day 2 Service Assurance Support.

We're working with an enterprise organization in Charlotte, NC that's seeking a Fortinet Network Engineer for a hybrid position (3 days on-site). You'll be working primarily with Fortinet products and contributing to the broader security architecture and network resilience initiatives.

The team is searching for someone who wants more than just maintenance, they want a strategic thinker , a problem solver , and someone ready to dive deep into next-gen firewall design, VPNs, and SD-WAN configurations.
Required Skills & Experience
• 4+ years of network engineering experience
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer)
• Deep understanding of VPNs, BGP/OSPF , and firewall rule configuration
• Experience with enterprise-level network design and segmentation
• Familiarity with troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, NetFlow, etc.)
Desired Skills & Experience
• Fortinet NSE Certification(s)
• Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto networks
• Exposure to SD-WAN technologies
• Understanding of cloud networking (Azure, AWS preferred)
• Scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell) is a plus
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
• 70% Fortinet & Security Infrastructure
• 20% Cisco Routing/Switching
• 10% Cloud Networking

Daily Responsibilities
• 70% Hands On
• 10% Management Duties (Documentation, Reporting)
• 20% Team Collaboration
The Offer
Bonus eligible upon conversion

You will receive the following benefits:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted by: Shawna Dunleavy

Specialization :

• Network Engineering

• Location: Washington, DC (Partial Remote)
• Residency Requirement: Candidate must reside in Washington, DC at the time of submission.
• Position Type: Contract
• Projected Start Date: September 15, 2025
• Projected End Date: August 31, 2026
• Interview Process: No face-to-face interview required
• Work Authorization: Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Develop conceptual and solution architectures and present them to senior leadership and the Enterprise Architecture Review Council.
• Proactively define strategies and roadmaps for future IT projects while building organizational consensus.
• Act as a change agent , introducing improved methodologies and innovative technologies.
• Ensure all solutions are built with best practices, reusability, and scalability in mind.
• Participate in all phases of the project lifecycle -from requirements analysis and design to implementation.
• Serve as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams , ensuring alignment of IT solutions with business needs.

• Experience:
  • 8-15 years of experience across multiple IT domains.
  • 5-7 years of dedicated technology architecture experience .
  • Proven experience as a Solutions Architect on at least two large-scale, heterogeneous IT programs.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Hands-on experience with Network Access Control (NAC) .
  • Strong proficiency in Cisco ISE and Cisco DNA .
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, specialized training, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge Base:
  • Architectural modeling, service-oriented architecture, enterprise information management, software design, and development.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to design and deliver solutions to solve complex business challenges effectively.