Network Security Specialist

Fortinet; California, Sunnyvale (MO, CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Network Security Specialist to enhance their SOC/NOC team. This role is vital for overseeing firewall management and incident response, particularly with FortiGate systems. The successful candidate will deploy and troubleshoot network environments, ensuring robust security measures are in place. With a focus on high availability and network optimization, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate threats and provide guidance to junior members. Join this forward-thinking company to make a significant impact in network security!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Comprehensive Leave Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network security and management, including firewall administration.
• Expertise with FortiGate firewalls and NGFW systems.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage complex network environments with a focus on security.
• Respond to security incidents and collaborate with the SOC team.

Skills

Network Security

Firewall Management

Troubleshooting

Incident Response

Network Protocols (BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP)

Technical Guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience in IT

Tools

FortiGate Firewalls

Wireshark

SNMP

Syslog

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Network Security Specialist to support the SOC/NOC team. This role combines network management expertise with a focus on security operations. The successful candidate will oversee firewall management, network troubleshooting, and incident response, with a specific emphasis on FortiGate firewall systems and related network technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy, manage, troubleshoot complex network environment from scratch


• Manage and maintain FortiGate firewalls, including configuration, updates, and optimization.


• Monitor network traffic and troubleshoot performance issues to ensure system efficiency.


• Respond to security incidents, collaborating with the SOC team to mitigate threats.


• Respond to network incidents in timely manner to maintain high SLA.


• Conduct network assessments and recommend improvements to bolster security posture.


• Implement and manage high availability (HA) protocols and network configurations.


• Analyze and resolve issues related to network protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP)


• Establish and troubleshoot network tunneling protocols like IPSec and SSLVPN.


• Document network configurations and security processes for internal use.


• Provide technical guidance to junior team members and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• 5+ years of experience in network security and management, including firewall administration.


• Expertise with FortiGate firewalls and NGFW systems.


• Proficiency in network protocols and tools, including SNMP, Syslog, and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).


• Experience with Layer 2/3 technologies and high-availability setups.


• Knowledge of network automation and SDN is a plus.


• Certifications such as CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE 4 (or higher) are preferred.


• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $94,100- $121,800. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion.