Senior Project Engineer - Fortinet Specialist

Summary

The Sr. Project Engineer – Networking role is a senior-level consulting position within the Cyber Advisors Project Team. This is a customer-facing, post-sales role responsible for leading the design, implementation, and successful delivery of complex networking and security solutions.

This position is open to Minnesota residents only.

While Cyber Advisors supports a multi-vendor environment including Cisco, Aruba, and Sophos, this role is primarily focused on Fortinet technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong networking experience and either deep Fortinet expertise or a demonstrated willingness to specialize and grow within the Fortinet ecosystem.

This individual acts as a trusted technical advisor to clients and is accountable for the technical success of projects from initial scoping through delivery. This role is focused on networking solutions, the individual will be a lead engineer on projects that may include:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of networking and security solutions, with a primary focus on Fortinet technologies
• Own the technical success of projects, including design quality, delivery, and client satisfaction
• Act as the primary technical resource and escalation point for complex networking and security issues
• Lead or support technical discovery, solution design, and scoping efforts during the sales process
• Design and deploy Fortinet-based solutions including FortiGate, SD-WAN, VPN, and security services
• Implement and optimize Fortinet Security Fabric components (FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient EMS, etc.)
• Support and work within multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Aruba, and Sophos where required
• Lead network and firewall migrations, including transitions from other vendors to Fortinet
• Identify risks, gaps, and improvements in client environments and provide clear, actionable recommendations
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including reviewing designs and configurations
• Document environments, designs, and project deliverables clearly and accurately
• Work directly with clients to explain technical concepts and guide decision-making

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of networking concepts including routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and network design
• Strong experience with firewall platforms, with Fortinet strongly preferred
• Experience with Cisco, Aruba, Dell, or similar enterprise networking platforms
• Experience with Sophos or other security vendors is a plus
• Experience or strong interest in working with Fortinet technologies, including:
• FortiGate (policy, NAT, VPN, SD-WAN)
• FortiManager / FortiAnalyzer
• FortiClient EMS and remote access solutions
• Experience designing and deploying SD-WAN and secure remote access solutions
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
• Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec preferred) and authentication systems (RADIUS, SAML, MFA)
• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (SNMP, SSH,netflow/Sflow, packet capture, etc.)
• Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and their networking components
• General understanding of cloud networking concepts (Azure, AWS)

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with minimal oversight
• Strong troubleshooting skills across networking and security technologies
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client expectations
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement best practices
• Willingness to develop deep expertise in the Fortinet platform
• Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment preferred

Education and Certifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Relevant certifications preferred, such as:
• • Fortinet (NSE4, NSE7, or higher) – strongly preferred
  • Cisco (CCNP or higher)
  • Aruba, Sophos, or other networking certifications
• Candidates without Fortinet certifications must demonstrate a willingness and ability to obtain them within a reasonable timeframe

Working Conditions

• This position may require after-hours/weekend work during project implementations or emergency situations
• Occasional travel, including out-of-state, may be required
• Ability to lift and move IT equipment up to 50 lbs

What Success Looks Like

• Successfully leads and delivers Fortinet-focused networking projects with minimal oversight
• Produces scalable, secure, and supportable network designs aligned with best practices
• Builds strong client relationships as a trusted technical advisor
• Contributes to accurate project scoping and improved project margins
• Develops deep expertise in the Fortinet platform while effectively supporting multi-vendor environments
• Serves as a mentor and technical leader within the engineering team

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Vacation and PTO.
• Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and ongoing training.
• Engaging, dynamic work on a wide range of client security challenges.

Cyber Advisors is a company that values people and their personal growth. We believe that happy and successful employees are the best way to take tremendous care of our customers. At Cyber Advisors employees have an opportunity to make a difference for our company and our clients and are not just a number.