Senior Project Engineer – Fortinet Specialist

Summary

The Sr. Project Engineer – Fortinet Specialist 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.