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General Logistics Systems-posted about 2 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Visalia, CA
1,001-5,000 employees
Truck Transportation
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General Logistics Systems (GLS) is an established provider of time-critical package shipping solutions that has been operating in more than 40 countries across Europe for over 30 years, generating annual revenue totaling well above $4 billion. We've taken our unique but proven business model stateside, where we intend to shake up the market with a truly combined express parcel and dedicated offering that's faster and more flexible than our competitors'. We passionately believe that our success depends on our customers' success, which informs the 'why' and 'how' of everything we do. At this pivotal stage in our growth journey, we are looking for like-minded individuals to help us build a new kind of logistics company...one that makes customers' lives easier and plays an active role in their achievements. Does this sound like you? If so, please apply to join GLS-US and keep an eye out for future openings as we expand! PRIMARY FUNCTION: As a Network Engineer II, you will support the design, deployment, and maintenance of a Fortinet-based network spanning on-premises data centers, branch locations, and Azure cloud environments. You'll manage routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, and VPN connectivity, while helping transition legacy platforms to Fortinet. Reporting to the IT Operations Manager, you'll ensure secure, high-performance connectivity and collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to support cross-platform initiatives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: This role supports the organization's transition to Fortinet by maintaining network connectivity across branch sites, data centers, and Azure cloud. You'll configure and upgrade Fortinet devices, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and manage VPN and hybrid cloud networking. You'll work with vendors, cloud, and internal teams to support network projects, license renewals, and ensure secure, reliable infrastructure as part of the IT Operations team.

  • Design, implement, and maintain Fortinet-based network infrastructure, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer.
  • Administer and support Fortinet SD-WAN, site-to-site VPNs, user remote access (SSL/IPSec), and UTM features such as Web Filtering, Antivirus, and Application Control.
  • Participate in the after-hours On-Call rotation, supporting critical networking issues and outages.
  • Maintain and support a hybrid network environment that includes Fortinet, Cisco, and legacy Palo Alto platforms, with a strong focus on Fortinet as the primary vendor.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure network controls align with organizational cybersecurity goals and compliance standards.
  • Monitor and enforce network security policies, firewall rules, and access control in accordance with security best practices and organizational policy.
  • Ensure high availability and redundancy of critical network infrastructure across data centers and branch locations.
  • Administer and tune network monitoring and management systems, including FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and third-party tools for performance tracking and log analysis.
  • Conduct network assessments, firewall audits, vulnerability scans, and contribute to mitigation strategies.
  • Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP addressing, firewall rules, and standard operating procedures.
  • Support system deployments, upgrades, and patch management for network appliances, with an emphasis on secure and compliant configurations.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve escalated network issues, particularly those involving Fortinet hardware or configurations.
  • Engage in research and development related to next-generation firewall features, evolving Fortinet capabilities, and enterprise network trends.
  • Ability to work 40 hours per week or more if required
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field - or equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise networking.
  • Fortinet NSE 4 or higher certification is highly preferred.
  • CCNA or CCNP certification is also acceptable, though Fortinet-specific experience and certifications will be prioritized.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a network engineering role, with a strong focus on Fortinet firewalls and security appliances (e.g., FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer).
  • Proven experience with Fortinet SD-WAN, VPN, high availability (HA) configurations, firewall policies, and UTM features.
  • Familiarity with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), VLANs, NAT, and network segmentation in Fortinet environments.
  • Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing Fortinet infrastructure in a multi-site enterprise setting.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking, including switching, routing, firewalls, wireless, SIP/VoIP, and SD-WAN.
  • Proven expertise in Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, SD-WAN, VPN), with experience supporting Palo Alto, Cisco Catalyst, Cradlepoint, and Ubiquiti/Unifi environments.
  • Strong background in converged networks, including VoIP deployments and QoS design/implementation.
  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP networking, with experience in packet inspection and protocol analysis using tools like Wireshark.
  • Solid grasp of application-layer protocols such as DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, FTP, Telnet, and SSH.
  • Working knowledge of security concepts including NAT/PAT, IPSEC, SSL VPN, DDoS mitigation, IP spoofing, and network segmentation.
  • Experience with hybrid cloud networking, especially Azure Virtual Networks, VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; proven ability to work in collaborative, high-performing IT teams.
  • May be required to perform tasks beyond those explicitly listed in this role.
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