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KTek Resourcing · 9 hours ago

Fortinet Network SME

positionHouston, TX
timeContract
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date10+ years exp

KTek Resourcing is seeking an experienced Fortinet Network Security Engineer with strong expertise in firewalls and large-scale network security operations. The role involves administering and troubleshooting Fortinet and Cisco ASA firewalls, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with security standards.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Saurabh Garg
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Responsibilities

Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Fortinet firewalls, including policies, NAT, routing, logging, and VPNs
Manage and support Cisco ASA firewalls, including migration activities to Fortinet platforms
Configure, review, and optimize firewall policies, ensuring security standards and business requirements are met
Implement and troubleshoot IPSec and SSL VPN solutions across multiple environments
Integrate and manage FortiManager for centralized security policy and configuration management
Perform advanced troubleshooting across LAN/WAN networks, routing, switching, and security devices
Collaborate with network service owners, business teams, and Microland peers to gather requirements and deliver security solutions
Ensure infrastructure is aligned with best practices, compliance, and network security standards
Support ITIL-based change, incident, and problem management processes
Maintain accurate documentation, including diagrams, configs, runbooks, and migration plans

Qualification

NSE4 CertificationCisco ASA experienceFortinet products experienceCCNA/CCNP certificationRoutingSwitching knowledgeCisco to Fortinet migrationPython scriptingMonitoring tools experienceAnalytical skillsCustomer service mindsetCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

10+ years of networking experience
Cisco ASA experience
Strong knowledge of Switching, Routing & Firewalls
Experience with Cisco → Fortinet migration
CCNA/CCNP certification
Solid working experience with Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer)
Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Fortinet firewalls, including policies, NAT, routing, logging, and VPNs
Manage and support Cisco ASA firewalls, including migration activities to Fortinet platforms
Configure, review, and optimize firewall policies, ensuring security standards and business requirements are met
Implement and troubleshoot IPSec and SSL VPN solutions across multiple environments
Integrate and manage FortiManager for centralized security policy and configuration management
Perform advanced troubleshooting across LAN/WAN networks, routing, switching, and security devices
Collaborate with network service owners, business teams, and Microland peers to gather requirements and deliver security solutions
Ensure infrastructure is aligned with best practices, compliance, and network security standards
Support ITIL-based change, incident, and problem management processes
Maintain accurate documentation, including diagrams, configs, runbooks, and migration plans
Strong understanding of Routing/Switching, VLANs, Private VLANs, RSPAN, STP, and advanced switching technologies
Knowledge of Load Balancers, IPS/IDS, and general network security architecture
Experience with SD-WAN technologies and architectures
Hands-on experience with wireless bridges (FluidMesh, Ubiquiti)
Familiarity with LAN/WAN systems, network infrastructures, and enterprise network connectivity models
Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like Splunk and NetScout
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong customer service mindset
Ability to work effectively in team-oriented and project-based environments
Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to high-quality execution

Preferred

NSE4 Certification is a plus
Knowledge of Python scripting and SOAR automation is a plus

Company

KTek Resourcing

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KTek Resourcing is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in healthcare, oil, and gas human resources staffing solutions.
dateFounded in 2006
location
Houston, Texas, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://ktekresourcing.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Kshitij Kukreja
Chief Executive Officer
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Esha Kukreja
President and Co-founder
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