Senior Project Engineer – Networking

Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN)

. Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of networking and security solutions, with a primary focus on Fortinet technologies .

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeMaple Grove • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudSwitchingVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of networking and security solutions, with a primary focus on Fortinet technologies
Own the technical success of projects, including design quality, delivery, and client satisfaction
Act as the primary technical resource and escalation point for complex networking and security issues
Lead or support technical discovery, solution design, and scoping efforts during the sales process
Design and deploy Fortinet-based solutions including FortiGate, SD-WAN, VPN, and security services
Implement and optimize Fortinet Security Fabric components (FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient EMS, etc.)
Support and work within multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Aruba, and Sophos where required
Lead network and firewall migrations, including transitions from other vendors to Fortinet
Identify risks, gaps, and improvements in client environments and provide clear, actionable recommendations
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including reviewing designs and configurations
Document environments, designs, and project deliverables clearly and accurately
Work directly with clients to explain technical concepts and guide decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with minimal oversight
Strong troubleshooting skills across networking and security technologies
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client expectations
Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement best practices
Willingness to develop deep expertise in the Fortinet platform
Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment preferred
Advanced knowledge of networking concepts including routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and network design
Strong experience with firewall platforms, with Fortinet strongly preferred
Experience with Cisco, Aruba, Dell, or similar enterprise networking platforms
Experience with Sophos or other security vendors is a plus
Experience or strong interest in working with Fortinet technologies, including: FortiGate (policy, NAT, VPN, SD-WAN) FortiManager / FortiAnalyzer FortiClient EMS and remote access solutions
Experience designing and deploying SD-WAN and secure remote access solutions
Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices
Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec preferred) and authentication systems (RADIUS, SAML, MFA)
Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (SNMP, SSH,netflow/Sflow, packet capture, etc.)
Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and their networking components
General understanding of cloud networking concepts (Azure, AWS)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
Vacation and PTO.
Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees.
401(k) with employer matching.
Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and ongoing training.
Engaging, dynamic work on a wide range of client security challenges.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Fortinet technologiesFortiGateSD-WANVPNFortiManagerFortiAnalyzerFortiClient EMSnetworking conceptsroutingfirewall platforms

Soft Skills

technical leadershiptroubleshootingcommunicationdocumentationattention to detailproject managementprocess improvementclient satisfactionmentorshipproblem-solving