Network Security Administrator

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Security Administrator to manage, maintain, and secure our organization's network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of network security solutions, designing a network security strategy, and threat detection / incident response.

Key Responsibilities:

Firewall Administration:

• Configure, deploy, and manage firewalls (FortiGate) across the organization.
• Monitor and maintain firewall rules, policies, and configurations to ensure optimal security and performance.

Network Security Management:

• Implement security policies to protect against internal and external threats.
• Conduct periodic security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security standards.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor firewall traffic, logs, and alerts to detect and mitigate threats.
• Generate and analyze reports on security events and provide actionable insights.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Investigate and resolve firewall-related issues, including connectivity problems and misconfigurations.
• Provide technical support and guidance to IT teams on security best practices.

Upgrades and Maintenance:

• Plan and execute firmware upgrades, patches, and updates for FortiGate firewalls.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of firewall systems, including failover and redundancy configurations.

Documentation and Training:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of firewall configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Train team members on FortiGate usage and network security practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience managing FortiGate firewalls in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with VPNs, SD-WAN, NAT, and other network protocols.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong understanding of Fortinet and Palo Alto products
• Knowledge of network security principles, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and web filtering.
• Familiarity with routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP) and network architecture.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Fortinet NSE4 or higher.
• CISSP, CEH, or other relevant security certifications.