Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet)

TL;DR

Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet): Designing, implementing, and optimizing network infrastructure to support organizational growth with an accent on Fortinet security platforms and Cisco networking hardware. Focus on architecting resilient network solutions, troubleshooting complex connectivity issues, and ensuring security compliance across multi-vendor environments.

Location: Must be based in Houston, TX

Company

hirify.global is an energy-focused organization dedicated to providing reliable infrastructure and connectivity solutions.

What you will do

• Design, deploy, and support advanced network solutions using Fortinet security and networking platforms.
• Architect secure, resilient, and scalable network infrastructures across company environments.
• Configure and manage firewalls, SD-WAN, IPS/IDS, VPN solutions, and segmentation strategies.
• Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for complex network issues and perform deep-dive diagnostics.
• Ensure networks follow security best practices, including segmentation, hardening, and secure remote access.
• Present architecture recommendations and provide detailed technical documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineer roles.
• Fortinet NSE certifications (NSE 4, 5, 6, or 7) required.
• Cisco certifications (CCNP Security or Enterprise) required.
• Deep expertise in Fortinet platforms (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer).
• Strong proficiency in routing, switching, VLANs, VPN, SD-WAN, and wireless security.
• Ability to travel 20-30% annually and support emergency outages on evenings and weekends.

Culture & Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects in a growing organization.
• Professional development support through certification requirements.