Part-Time Fortinet Network Engineer – Multi-Site Support

Accentuate Staffing; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 55,104 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a Part-Time, Contract Network Engineer to join our IT team in Garner or Fayetteville, NC. The role focuses on Fortinet-based switching and wireless infrastructure and supporting a full-time Network Engineer.

You will troubleshoot connectivity across wired and wireless networks, assist with site deployments, perform firmware updates, and maintain documentation while coordinating with vendors and site administrators.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on network support or engineering experience.
• Experience with Fortinet switching and wireless solutions.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and wireless networking.
• Associate degree in IT or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work across multi-site enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Supports day-to-day operation and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure, including switching, wireless, and WAN connectivity.
• Assists with configuration and support of Fortinet switches, wireless controllers, and FortiAP deployments across multiple sites.
• Troubleshoots network connectivity issues across wired, wireless, and site-to-site environments, acting as an escalation point when needed.
• Works directly with site administrators to resolve local network issues, support troubleshooting efforts, and assist with project-related activities.
• Performs routine maintenance activities such as firmware updates, configuration backups, and validation checks.
• Monitors network performance and helps identify and resolve issues impacting availability, reliability, and user experience.
• Collaborates with the Network Engineer on network upgrades, site implementations, and infrastructure improvements.
• Supports VLAN configuration and network segmentation aligned to operational and security requirements.
• Assists in maintaining and troubleshooting WAN connectivity, including support of circuits and site-to-site VPNs.
• Coordinates with vendors and service providers to assist in resolving circuit, hardware, or connectivity issues.
• Maintains accurate network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Provides support to the Service Desk for escalated network-related incidents and requests.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

TCP/IP

VLANs

Routing & Switching

Communication & collaboration

Education

Associate degree in IT or related field

Tools

FortiSwitch

FortiAP

Fortinet wireless controllers

Fortinet network management

Palo Alto SD-WAN

Cisco networking

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a Part-Time, Contract Network Engineer to join our IT team in Garner or Fayetteville, NC. The role focuses on Fortinet-based switching and wireless infrastructure and supporting a full-time Network Engineer.

You will troubleshoot connectivity across wired and wireless networks, assist with site deployments, perform firmware updates, and maintain documentation while coordinating with vendors and site administrators.