SD-WAN Project Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of financial services is seeking a skilled SD WAN Engineer to join their infrastructure team. You will implement and support SD-WAN services across over 30 global sites, configuring Fortinet devices and ensuring seamless operations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the transformation of the WAN environment, collaborating with global teams while delivering significant impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solutions.
• Solid understanding of routing protocols and network segmentation.
• Experience in enterprise environments with strict security processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical deployment of SD-WAN across global sites.
• Monitor and optimize SD-WAN performance using telemetry tools.
• Troubleshoot network issues and liaise with vendors.

Skills

Fortinet SD-WAN solutions

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Independent work

Excellent communication skills

Job description

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A leading provider of financial services is seeking a solid SD WAN Engineer with experience of Fortinet solutions who can help implement and support these new services.

An experienced SD-WAN Network Engineer to join our infrastructure team as we transform our global WAN environment.

• Deliver the technical deployment of SD-WAN across 30+ global sites, following global standards and security protocols.
• Configure and manage Fortinet SD-WAN devices, ensuring seamless migration from Ipanema.
• Collaborate with network architects and global infrastructure teams to ensure alignment with the broader WAN strategy.
• Work with local teams to ensure site readiness, perform site surveys (as needed), and coordinate testing and failover validation.
• Maintain and update network documentation, including topology diagrams and change records.
• Monitor and optimise SD-WAN performance, using telemetry and analytics tools to ensure reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot network issues and liaise with internal teams and external vendors to resolve problems quickly.
• Support firewall and routing policies consistent with corporate standards.
• Participate in change management processes and contribute to project reporting and updates..

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solutions.
• Previous experience deploying SD-WAN over traditional WAN technologies (e.g. MPLS, leased lines).
• Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), IP addressing, and network segmentation.
• Experience working in enterprise environments with strict security and change control processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a regional or global team.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.