Solutions Engineer

Location: Tampa, Florida

We are looking for an experienced Solutions Engineer for a customer-facing, post-sales role with a strong focus on Fortinet security and networking solutions . This role supports design validation, implementation, integration, and production support of secure, scalable network environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, deploy, and support Fortinet solutions including FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and SD-WAN

Implement and maintain firewall policies, VPNs (IPsec/SSL), routing, and security controls

Perform security hardening, firmware upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation on Fortinet platforms

Provide advanced troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex firewall, routing, and VPN issues

Execute live environment changes, cutovers, and migrations during maintenance windows

Collaborate with customers, vendors, carriers, and internal engineering teams

Conduct security assessments and support audit and compliance efforts

Maintain detailed technical documentation and participate in design reviews

Mentor junior engineers on Fortinet best practices and troubleshooting

Requirements

4+ years hands-on experience in enterprise network and security environments

Proven hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions, especially FortiGate

Strong experience with firewall policies, VPNs, and secure network connectivity

Solid TCP/IP, routing, and switching fundamentals

Experience with BGP, GRE, DMVPN, and IPv6 in production environments

Experience performing firmware upgrades and vulnerability remediation

Strong customer-facing communication skills

Security+ or equivalent certification required

Fortinet NSE certifications strongly preferred

CCNA or equivalent experience required; advanced certifications a plus

Ability to pass a hands-on technical assessment