Cloud Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid – TBD) (mostly remote) Type: Contract GC, USC and other (No h1, opt)

Onsite Interview

Job Description

Strong network security experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls , IPSEC/SSL VPNs , perimeter & edge security, secure remote access ( Zscaler ZPA, FortiClient ), solid IP networking fundamentals, and enterprise security tools ( FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer, SolarWinds, ThousandEyes ).

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer to support perimeter and edge security initiatives within our Network Security project team. This role is hands-on and focused on firewall implementations, VPN connectivity, and securing communications between internal systems and external entities such as customers, partners, and Internet-facing environments.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise with Fortinet technologies , strong networking fundamentals, and experience operating in fast-paced, enterprise environments.

Required Skills & Experience

5–8 years of overall IT experience

4+ years of networking and/or network security experience

Strong understanding of:

IP networking fundamentals

Firewall rules, ports, policies, and traffic flows

VPN technologies (IPSEC, SSL-VPN)

Hands-on experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls – REQUIRED

Experience with routers, switches, and core networking technologies

Experience supporting secure remote access solutions such as:

Zscaler ZPA

FortiClient

Familiarity with network/security tools including:

SolarWinds

ThousandEyes

AlgoSec

FortiManager / FortiAnalyzer

Exposure to automation and orchestration tools (Terraform, GitHub, etc.)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, CIS, or equivalent practical experience