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# Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Interactive Resources - iR
- **Location:** Tempe, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, Azure Active Directory, Ansible, Systems Integration, Network Routing, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Okta, Firewalls (Computer Science), Fortinet, Routing & Switching, 3-tier Architectures
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75861299-network-security-engineer

## About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in the Fortinet security ecosystem and a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. This position requires strong hands-on skills in designing, deploying, and managing network security solutions using Fortinet technologies such as FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiMonitor, and FortiClient EMS., * At least 5 years of hands-on experience in a network security engineering role

 * Advanced proficiency with Fortinet tools, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiClient EMS
 * Fortinet NSE 4 certification required; higher-level certifications (NSE 5-7) strongly preferred
 * Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
 * Experience with security segmentation, remote access solutions, and threat mitigation
 * Solid grasp of network routing and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, etc.)
 * Proven problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking

These would be a PLUS

 * Integration experience with identity platforms like Azure AD or Okta
 * Scripting or automation knowledge (e.g., Python, Ansible)
 * Familiarity with public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and associated security frameworks
 * Background in regulated industries such as finance or healthcare is a plus

## Description

* Design and implement secure network environments utilizing the complete suite of Fortinet products
 * Administer and optimize FortiGate firewalls, including high-availability setups, VPN configurations (IPSec/SSL), and UTM functionalities
 * Oversee centralized security management through FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
 * Identify, investigate, and respond to security alerts, threats, and incidents
 * Conduct periodic security risk assessments and support compliance efforts
 * Document configurations, procedures, and security standards
 * Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical issues and collaborate with other IT teams
 * Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend support as needed