Network Security Engineer

Summary

Join GuidePoint Security's growing team as a Network Security Engineer specializing in Fortinet technologies. Design, implement, and support network security solutions using Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch). Configure and manage firewall policies, VPNs, SD-WAN, and UTM features. Utilize FortiManager for centralized management and FortiAnalyzer for log analysis. Perform regular health checks and troubleshooting. Collaborate with clients and internal teams. This role requires 2+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet technologies and a solid understanding of core networking concepts. Basic Fortinet certifications are required.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch)
• Solid understanding of core networking concepts : subnetting, NAT, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching, VLANs
• Experience with firewall policy creation , security profiles, and VPN configurations
• Basic Fortinet certifications required (e.g., NSE 4 or higher preferred )
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support network security solutions using Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch)
• Configure and manage firewall policies, VPNs (IPSec/SSL), SD-WAN , and UTM features
• Utilize FortiManager for centralized management and policy deployment across multiple FortiGate devices
• Use FortiAnalyzer for event correlation, log analysis, and reporting
• Perform regular health checks, upgrades, and policy audits on Fortinet equipment
• Support networking infrastructure , including switching, VLANs, static/dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), and subnetting
• Troubleshoot network and security issues across multiple clients or environments
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to recommend and implement security best practices
• Document configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-tenant firewall environments and managing clients in regulated industries
• Familiarity with FortiAP , FortiClient EMS, and FortiAuthenticator
• Exposure to network segmentation , zero trust architecture , or compliance-driven security implementations

Benefits

• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option
• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)