Network Engineer (Fortinet)

eir business talent are currently seeking applicants for a Mid-Level Network Engineer (Fortinet). This is a day rate contract position located with our client in Dublin 1. This is a hybrid role, requiring 3 days onsite per week. This is an initial 6-month engagement with likely extensions. We are seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to support the day-to-day operation and security of a large enterprise network environment. The role is primarily focused on Fortinet/FortiGate , BAU network security, firewall management and continuous security improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage BAU network security incidents, requests and tickets.
• Administer and troubleshoot Fortinet/FortiGate environments, including proxy and website access restrictions.
• Perform firewall rule reviews and support ongoing security hardening activities.
• Manage firewall policies, site restrictions and access-related issues.
• Support and maintain IPS and wider network security controls.
• Troubleshoot network and security issues across the environment.
• Support Cisco technologies, including Cisco ISE and on-premise switching .
• Proactively identify security risks, issues and potential improvements.

Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on Fortinet/FortiGate experience is essential .
• Good understanding of firewalls, network security and IPS.
• Experience managing BAU network/security tickets and firewall changes.
• Cisco networking and Cisco ISE  knowledge are desirable.
• Good understanding of LAN/WAN and switching technologies.
• CCNA-level knowledge or certification would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, self-starting approach with the confidence to challenge, ask questions and appropriately assess risk.

For more information, please apply here or contact Niall Moloney/ niall(dot)moloney(at)eirbusiness(dot)ie Ref: EBT8368

Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply.

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