Strong Fortinet Experience: 7+ years of hands-on experience with FortiGate, FortiManager, and enterprise firewall technologies.
Enterprise Security Expertise: Proven experience implementing, managing, and maintaining firewall policies, rule sets, and security controls across enterprise environments.
MSSP or Managed Services Background: Experience supporting customers in a Security Operations Center (SOC), Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), or similar services-focused organization preferred.
Broad Network Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of network and security protocols including DNS, SSL/TLS, NAT, VPN/IPSec, and related technologies.
Multi-Vendor Experience: Familiarity with additional firewall solutions such as Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, Cisco, and Juniper is highly desirable.
Modern Security Experience: Exposure to Web Application Firewalls (WAF), SD-WAN, SASE, vulnerability management, and network security monitoring solutions.
Technical Foundation: Working knowledge of Windows Server, Linux, and UNIX operating systems, with scripting or automation experience considered a plus.
Professional Certifications: Certifications such as Fortinet NSE 4/5, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, PCNSA, PCNSE, Security+, or Network+ are highly desirable.