Fortinet

Security Engineer

Fortinet$89K — $140K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Understanding of network, security, and system protocols
  • Experience with Fortinet security devices preferred
  • Familiarity with Layer 2-7 protocols and traffic diagnostics
  • Knowledge of Firewalls, PKI, and CIS Benchmarks
  • Awareness of common network attacks (OWASP Top 10) and defense strategies
  • Proficient in scripting (e.g., Python) for task automation
  • Strong multi-tasking and pressure management skills
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written
  • Must have U.S. work authorization without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Administer security platforms, providing Tier-3 technical support and troubleshooting
  • Participate in investigations of security incidents
  • Manage and lead vulnerability management efforts and remediation
  • Fine-tune security policies based on alerts and trends to enhance application security
  • Lead compliance scanning and security hardening initiatives
  • Develop automation scripts to improve security operational efficiency
  • Respond to and resolve support requests while communicating effectively with users
  • Partake in an on-call rotation for after-hours system support

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Vacation and sick time
  • Comprehensive leave program
  • Eligibility to participate in Fortinet's equity program
  • Annual bonus eligibility based on company discretion
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a newly created position to help meet the IT needs of Fortinet’s rapidly growing workforce.  With over 15,000 people worldwide (and growing) and the implementation of new IT systems, we are looking for a Jr. IT Engineer to help us ensure 24x7 support.  In this critical role you will be based in our Sunnyvale Headquarters and support our global distribution of network and server systems.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a network security company and utilize the latest systems and equipment to support our network availability.

Responsibility:

  • Own the administration of security platforms, including WAF, Endpoint protection, SIEM and similar. Provide Tier-3 technical support including troubleshooting, root cause analysis
  • Participate in security incident investigation
  • Manage vulnerability management program across infrastructure, lead the remediation effort and coordination.
  • Fine-tune WAF and endpoint policies based on security alerts, attack trends, and business requirements to strengthen application security.
  • Lead CIS benchmark-based compliance scanning and security hardening initiatives across enterprise environments
  • Develop security automation using scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python) to improve operational efficiency and visibility
  • Responds to and resolves support requests, Coordinates and communicates with users
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for support of systems outside of normal business hours


Qualifications:

  • Understanding of network/security/system
  • Experience on Fortinet security devices is a big plus.
  • Knowledge with Layer 2-7 protocols, hand on traffic diagnostic.
  • Understanding  of Firewalls, PKI and CIS Benchmarks
  • Understanding of common network attacks (OWASP Top 10) and defense methods
  • Understanding of scripting (e.g., Python) for task automation.
  • Strong multi-tasking abilities
  • Excellent English oral and written communications skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

 


Education Requirements:

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering (or equivalent education and experience)

 

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program. 

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be $89,000 - $140,000 Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion

About Fortinet

Fortinet is a cybersecurity company that provides network security solutions to businesses, service providers, and government organizations worldwide. The company's products and services include firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems, endpoint security, and more. Fortinet was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
Learn more about Fortinet
Size
10,860 employees
Market Cap
$38.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$486.2 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+21.2%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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