Network Architect (FortiGate)
Posted 1 week ago by 1753421491
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The role of Network Architect (FortiGate) involves replacing a key team member and facilitating the transition from Meraki to FortiGate infrastructure. This hands-on position requires expertise in implementing advanced SD-WAN solutions and optimizing BGP configurations. The candidate will lead small-scale network projects and troubleshoot issues independently. The role is remote and requires collaboration with senior engineers and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement FortiGate solutions to replace Meraki systems
- Configure and optimize BGP routing within FortiGate environments
- Design and deploy ADVPN-based SD-WAN solutions across remote sites
- Lead and execute small to medium-sized networking projects independently
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues without escalations
- Participate in change windows, including some weekend maintenance work
- Collaborate with senior engineers and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable network solutions
- Document architecture, configurations, and migration plans
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls and Fortinet solutions
- Proven experience with BGP routing protocols and how they operate on FortiGate
- Strong understanding of ADVPN and SD-WAN architectures
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage and deliver technical projects
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and a self-starter mentality
- Availability for limited travel (~10%) and occasional weekend work
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Title: Network Architect (FortiGate)
Location: REMOTE (work/support EST business hrs)
Duration: 12+ Months Contract, likely to extend
Interviews: MS Teams
Interview Process:
Round 1: 30-minute video interview with tech contact we have
Round 2: 30-minute technical discussion with manager or a peer
Optional Round 3: Final 30-minute stakeholder review
Job Description:
Overview: We are seeking a FortiGate Network Architect to replace a key team member and support our transition from Meraki to FortiGate infrastructure. This hands-on role requires a self-sufficient engineer who can lead small-scale network projects, implement advanced SD-WAN solutions using ADVPN, and optimize FortiGate BGP configurations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement FortiGate solutions to replace Meraki systems
- Configure and optimize BGP routing within FortiGate environments
- Design and deploy ADVPN-based SD-WAN solutions across remote sites
- Lead and execute small to medium-sized networking projects independently
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues without escalations
- Participate in change windows, including some weekend maintenance work
- Collaborate with senior engineers and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable network solutions
- Document architecture, configurations, and migration plans
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls and Fortinet solutions
- Proven experience with BGP routing protocols and how they operate on FortiGate
- Strong understanding of ADVPN and SD-WAN architectures
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage and deliver technical projects
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and a self-starter mentality
- Availability for limited travel (~10%) and occasional weekend work
Preferred Qualifications:
- Fortinet NSE certification (NSE 4 or higher)
- Experience with firewall migrations and network modernization initiatives
- Background in remote work environments and managing distributed networks
Skills: Network Architect, FortiGate, Meraki, SD-WAN, ADVPN, BGP, Firewall.
Thanks & Regards
Manohar Durgasi