Network Security Engineer - Fortinet

Fyld; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fyld is seeking a Network Security Engineer with strong Fortinet experience to design and operate enterprise network security solutions. You will work hands-on on Fortinet environments, optimize firewall policies, VPNs, and secure connectivity within client networks.

The role emphasizes collaboration with technical teams, documentation, and continuous growth in a fast-paced consulting setting in Portugal. English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Networking, IT or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in network security and infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions, particularly FortiGate.
• Experience configuring and managing firewall policies, NAT, routing and security policies.
• Experience with VPN technologies including IPsec and SSL VPN.
• Good knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing and network troubleshooting.
• Experience with network security concepts such as segmentation, access control and secure connectivity.
• Experience with FortiManager and centralized firewall management.
• Familiarity with FortiAnalyzer and security/event monitoring.
• Experience with Fortinet Secure SD-WAN is valued.
• Experience integrating security solutions with enterprise network environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex connectivity and security issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Fluency in English.

Skills

Fortinet FortiGate

VPN technologies

TCP/IP & VLANs

Networking troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Networking / IT or related field

Tools

FortiManager

FortiAnalyzer

FortiSwitch

FortiAP

FortiSIEM

Job description

Fyld is hiring: Network Security Engineer – Fortinet

At Fyld, we believe the future is built with people, technology, and strong values.

We are a Portuguese consulting company that operates with transparency, respect, and a focus on everyone's growth.

Here, every project is an opportunity to build real, scalable, and secure technology solutions.

Our philosophy?

Code for Big Solutions

Because we don't just build solutions to make things work, we build solutions that create real impact.

We're looking for an experienced

Network Security Engineer

with strong Fortinet expertise and hands-on experience in enterprise network security environments.

By joining Fyld, you'll be part of a team where every member is challenged to innovate, collaborate and grow.

Your Profile

• Degree in
• Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Networking, Information Technology
• , or a related field
• Minimum of
• 3 years of professional experience
• in network security and infrastructure
• Strong hands‑on experience with
• Fortinet solutions
• , particularly FortiGate
• Experience configuring and managing
• firewall policies, NAT, routing and security policies
• Experience with
• VPN technologies
• , including IPsec and SSL VPN
• Good knowledge of
• TCP/IP, VLANs, routing and network troubleshooting
• Experience with network security concepts such as
• segmentation, access control and secure connectivity
• Experience with
• FortiManager
• and centralized firewall management
• Familiarity with
• FortiAnalyzer
• and security/event monitoring
• Experience with
• Fortinet Secure SD-WAN
• is valued
• Experience integrating security solutions with enterprise network environments
• Ability to troubleshoot complex connectivity and security issues
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with technical teams and stakeholders
• Fluency in
• English

Nice To Have

• Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) - Network Security
• Experience with
• FortiSwitch, FortiAP or FortiAuthenticator
• Knowledge of
• FortiNAC or FortiSIEM
• Experience with
• high-availability FortiGate environments
• Knowledge of automation using
• APIs, Python or Ansible

Our Values

• Critical thinking and autonomy
• Focus on meaningful solutions and real results
• Respect, transparency, and continuous growth

What You'll Find At Fyld

• A collaborative team that values individual progress
• Access to continuous training and certifications
• A culture of proximity, respect, and recognition
• Challenging cybersecurity and network security projects where your expertise has real impact

Code for what really matters.