Fortinet Network Security Expert – Contract – Raleigh, NC – $65.00 - 100.00/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Fortinet Network Security Expert in Raleigh, NC.

Role Description

These 3-4 Fortinet Certified Consultants (also known as a Fortinet Network Security Engineer) will responsible for a variety of tasks related to network security and firewalls,. They will be responsible for making changes (reconfigurations) of firewalls for over 1100 customers spanning across many different industry verticals. This is a refresh, in some cases rebuilt process as it relates to implementing "best practices".

Network infrastructure
Deploying, integrating, and supporting secure network infrastructure, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiWeb Web Application Firewalls, FortiSwitch, and FortiAP

Network security
Managing network security, firewall, cyber security, and IPS requests and projects

Configuration and maintenance
Configuring and maintaining Fortinet firewalls, including VPNs, routing, and network access

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting hardware and software issues

Network monitoring
Monitoring and managing customers' network infrastructure and security events

Problem resolution
Handling and closing changes, incidents, and service requests in a professional way and compliant with current security standards

Technical support
Providing clients with technical support for security architecture, management, improvement, and remediation

Skills & Requirements

• What are the top Three-Five Skills:
1) 3-5 years professional experience as a Fortinet firewall expert
3-4 of the resources MUST have their NSE (Fortinet Network Security Expert ) 3 on up certification and one of them must have their 7 on up certification

2) Experience designing, implementing, and configuring Fortinet firewalls
3) Strong proficiency in configuring, managing Fortinet firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and related technologies
They must know VPN's inside and out; and know the functionality of Fortigate inside and out.
They must know various authentication types (ie; local, etc)
They should know authentication integration, policy management, best practices
They should have a deep understanding of large scale deployments; specifically SD-WAN deployments using 3rd party authentication with Microsoft and Active Directory;
Someone should have supported multi-tenant shops where they've supported nearly 1000+ users; 1700 + devices

4) Strong knowledge of network and security technologies, including routing, switching, wireless and firewalls
5) Deep understanding of TCP/IP, OSI Layer Protocol Suites

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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