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# Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Robert Walters
- **Location:** UK
- **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £45,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Routing, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Fortinet, Cisco
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5831185126

## About the Role

* Core Technical Roots: Strong, hands-on deployment and configuration background with FortiGate firewalls and core networking principles (TCP/IP, routing, switching, NAT).
 * Fabric Familiarity: Experience administering FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, or associated endpoint management tools.
 * The Right Mindset: Detail-oriented, analytical, and genuinely passionate about solving complex security puzzles rather than running automated scripts.
 * Certifications: Fortinet NSE credentials (NSE 4 to 7) or Cisco equivalents are a massive plus, but your practical deployment capability matters most.

## Description

This isn't about maintaining static rules, it's a high-impact, project-driven role where your work dictates the security posture of enterprise client environments.
What You'll Be Doing

 * Architect & Deploy: Configure and manage FortiGate firewalls, HA clusters, and site-to-site/remote-access VPNs across complex, multi-tenant environments.
 * Ecosystem Control: Own the broader security fabric, utilizing FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, and FortiClient EMS to drive proactive visibility and threat mitigation.
 * Incident & Defense: Lead technical investigations, handle security events, and collaborate closely with engineering squads on robust vulnerability remediation.
 * Direct Leadership: Sit shoulder-to-shoulder with the executive leadership team, shaping security strategy without corporate red tape.


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