Senior Network and Security Engineer

FGF Brands; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Ontario is seeking a Senior Network & Security Engineer to enhance automation and manage security across various platforms. The role demands experience in managing firewalls, configuring networking hardware, and expertise in network scripting. A focus on team collaboration and customer-centricity is essential. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, including tuition reimbursement and flexible health spending accounts.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

RRSP Matching

Discount Program

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with firewalls and dynamic routing.
• Knowledge of Linux and containers in production.
• Ability to travel between sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage firewalls and security policies.
• Configure Dell and Cisco networking hardware.
• Develop and maintain network automation scripts.
• Support OSPF and BGP routing.
• Implement secure VPNs for connectivity.
• Monitor and respond to security events.

Skills

Fortinet Firewalls

Dynamic Routing

Network Automation

Python Scripting

Linux

Wi-Fi Network Design

Education

5+ years in Network Engineering/Security

Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP, or CompTIA Certifications

Tools

Cisco Networking Equipment

Dell Networking Equipment

Docker

SD-WAN

Job description

Job Description

Senior Network & Security EngineerWe’re a naan traditional company…Summary

We are seeking a Sr. Network & Security Engineer with a passion for automation and modern infrastructure to support our rapidly growing business. You’ll lead initiatives across Fortinet security platforms, Dell and Cisco networking, SD-WAN, and site-to-site connectivity - while contributing to automation, containerization, and scalable Wi-Fi deployments across multiple sites.

This role requires strong hands-on experience with firewalls, dynamic routing, and scripting for network

automation, along with knowledge of Linux and containers in a production environment. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring secure, high-performance connectivity across our operations.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage Fortinet firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, and security policies across distributed sites
• Configure and maintain Dell and Cisco networking hardware (switches, routers, WAPs) across LAN/WAN environments
• Develop and maintain Python scripts and automation tools for network configuration, monitoring, and reporting
• Support and troubleshoot OSPF and BGP routing between sites and partners
• Deploy and manage secure VPNs for remote access and site-to-site connectivity
• Implement Wi-Fi network designs for multi-site environments, ensuring reliability, coverage, and security
• Manage Wi-Fi controllers, SSID policies, guest access, and wireless performance analytics
• Support Linux-based network services, containerized apps (e.g., Docker), and automation pipelines
• Collaborate on infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for network configurations and reproducibility
• Monitor and respond to network security events and support incident response
• Maintain clear network documentation, diagrams, and change logs
• Travel regularly to support infrastructure at FGF Brands facilities (Ontario and beyond)

Required Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering and security roles
• Strong experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls and security appliances
• Proficient with Cisco and Dell switch/router configurations (CLI required)
• Deep understanding of OSPF, BGP, and dynamic routing behavior in enterprise networks
• Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or network management APIs
• Solid Linux experience (Ubuntu/RHEL-based) and basic shell scripting
• Familiarity with containers and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes basics)
• Experience designing and configuring Wi-Fi networks (multi-site, controller-based, and WPA2/3 policies)
• Knowledge of NAT, ACLs, VLAN segmentation, and Layer 3 firewalling
• Experience with SD-WAN, preferably Fortinet Secure SD-WAN
• Certifications such as Fortinet NSE, Cisco CCNP, or CompTIA Network+/Security+ are strong assets
• Strong documentation, communication, and troubleshooting skills
• Must be able and willing to travel between sites as needed

Core Competencies

• Customer and Product Centricity - Responds to the needs of both internal and external customers in a timely and courteous manner, showing a sense of urgency; always keeping our products front and centre.
• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability - Adapts to changes; changes strategy in response to new information; responds appropriately and quickly without having all parameters defined; demonstrate tolerance for speed and uncertainty.
• Team Work and Collaboration - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods of communication to gain agreement or acceptance of a plan or activity. Is effective in building constructive relationships; uses tact; interacts with others in an open, friendly manner, encourages collaboration.
• Passion for Excellence – Always looks for ways to improve effectiveness or efficiency, making recommendation to increase productivity in quality of work; develops innovative solutions, challenges the status quo. To be the best, never compromising.
• Drives Execution - Takes risks, learn from their mistakes, builds trust and is a role model to others. Has a “hands-on” style; is aggressive in achieving desired results.

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

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