Network Security Engineer (Fortinet) - North Central (Remote in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer with a strong background in Fortinet technologies to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience managing FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and Fortinet switches, along with solid foundational networking skills. Prior experience working with managed service providers (MSPs) or in a consulting capacity is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support network security solutions using Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch).
• Configure and manage firewall policies, VPNs (IPSec/SSL), SD-WAN, and UTM features.
• Utilize FortiManager for centralized management and policy deployment across multiple FortiGate devices.
• Use FortiAnalyzer for event correlation, log analysis, and reporting.
• Perform regular health checks, upgrades, and policy audits on Fortinet equipment.
• Support networking infrastructure, including switching, VLANs, static/dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), and subnetting.
• Troubleshoot network and security issues across multiple clients or environments.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to recommend and implement security best practices.
• Document configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Fortinet security technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSwitch).
• Solid understanding of core networking concepts: subnetting, NAT, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching, VLANs.
• Experience with firewall policy creation, security profiles, and VPN configurations.
• Basic Fortinet certifications required (e.g., NSE 4 or higher preferred).
• Experience working with MSPs or in a consulting/VAR role is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multi-tenant firewall environments and managing clients in regulated industries.
• Familiarity with FortiAP, FortiClient EMS, and FortiAuthenticator.
• Exposure to network segmentation, zero trust architecture, or compliance-driven security implementations.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.  

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option