Solutions Engineer
Kinettix•Tampa, FL
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About The Position
We are looking for an experienced Solutions Engineer for a customer-facing, post-sales role with a strong focus on Fortinet security and networking solutions . This role supports design validation, implementation, integration, and production support of secure, scalable network environments.
Requirements
- 4+ years hands-on experience in enterprise network and security environments
- Proven hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions, especially FortiGate
- Strong experience with firewall policies, VPNs, and secure network connectivity
- Solid TCP/IP, routing, and switching fundamentals
- Experience with BGP, GRE, DMVPN, and IPv6 in production environments
- Experience performing firmware upgrades and vulnerability remediation
- Strong customer-facing communication skills
- Security+ or equivalent certification required
- CCNA or equivalent experience required
- Ability to pass a hands-on technical assessment
Nice To Haves
- Fortinet NSE certifications strongly preferred
- advanced certifications a plus
Responsibilities
- Design, configure, deploy, and support Fortinet solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and SD-WAN
- Implement and maintain firewall policies, VPNs (IPsec/SSL), routing, and security controls
- Perform security hardening, firmware upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation on Fortinet platforms
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex firewall, routing, and VPN issues
- Execute live environment changes, cutovers, and migrations during maintenance windows
- Collaborate with customers, vendors, carriers, and internal engineering teams
- Conduct security assessments and support audit and compliance efforts
- Maintain detailed technical documentation and participate in design reviews
- Mentor junior engineers on Fortinet best practices and troubleshooting
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
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