Network Engineer
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Tempe, AZ · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
Network Security Engineer (Fortinet)
Location: Tempe, AZ
What you’ll do
We are looking for a hands-on Network Security Engineer with strong Fortinet experience to support a growing, multi-site network environment. As the organization continues to expand through acquisitions, you’ll help strengthen, standardize, and maintain security infrastructure across dozens of locations.
In this role, you’ll work closely with the network team on Fortinet deployments, security upgrades, troubleshooting, and ongoing infrastructure improvements.
Design, configure, and maintain secure network infrastructure using the Fortinet security stack.
Configure and support FortiGate firewalls, including high availability, IPsec VPNs, and unified threat management features.
Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot FortiClient EMS, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer.
Support web filtering policies and standardize security configurations across corporate and remote locations.
Upgrade and maintain remote firewalls and support network security deployments across multiple sites.
Assist with deploying and supporting FortiGate virtual machines in Azure.
Monitor network activity, investigate security threats, and respond to incidents and anomalies.
Troubleshoot complex network security issues and provide Level 3 technical support.
Who you are
You have at least 2 years of experience in network security engineering, with recent hands-on Fortinet experience.
You have strong working knowledge of FortiGate, FortiManager, and FortiClient EMS.
You’re familiar with Fortinet technologies such as FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiMonitor.
You understand network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, network segmentation, and secure remote access.
You have experience with routing, switching, and multi-site network environments.
You’re a strong troubleshooter who can work through complex technical challenges independently.
You communicate clearly, share feedback, and work well with other technical teams.
You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift as the organization grows.
What does this position pay?
Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and geographic location. The expected range for this role is $45–$55 per hour . Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.
Diversity Note
We actively support and promote people of various background from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven recruiting is minority-owned, majority women and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the community.
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