Fortinet - Solutions Architect

Better Staff; Sydney; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Better Staff in Sydney is seeking an experienced Fortinet Solutions Architect to join a permanent team, delivering high-impact network security for a major enterprise client onsite. You will design and implement Fortinet-based security architectures, lead design sessions, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into robust, scalable solutions within a multi-vendor environment.

The role requires deep Fortinet expertise (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) and a track

Qualifications

• Proven Fortinet-focused solutions architect experience.
• Fortinet NSE4+ or equivalent certifications highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of enterprise network security architecture and design principles.
• Experience in large, multi-vendor environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect Fortinet security solutions (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, etc.) to meet enterprise requirements
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance across network security projects
• Collaborate with internal and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams
• Ensure solutions align with best practice security frameworks and compliance requirements
• Support the transition of designs into operational environments

Skills

Fortinet platforms

Stakeholder mgmt

Architectural design

Security governance

Tools

FortiGate

FortiManager

FortiAnalyzer

Job description

A well-established Managed Service Provider based in Sydney, is seeking an experienced Fortinet Solutions Architect to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will see you working onsite with one of their major enterprise clients, delivering high-impact network security solutions in a large, complex environment.

Solutions Architect - Fortinet

Sydney, NSW

$160,000 - $180,000 + Super

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising Fortinet-based security architectures, working closely with stakeholders to ensure robust, scalable, and secure network infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of enterprise security in a dynamic, high-profile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect Fortinet security solutions (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, etc.) to meet enterprise requirements
• Lead technical design sessions and provide architectural guidance across network security projects
• Collaborate with internal and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams
• Ensure solutions align with best practice security frameworks and compliance requirements
• Support the transition of designs into operational environments

About You

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect with a strong focus on Fortinet technologies
• Relevant Fortinet certifications highly regarded (e.g. NSE4+)
• Strong understanding of enterprise network security architecture and design principles
• Experience working in large, complex, multi-vendor environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills