Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Network Consultant with expertise in FortiGate firewalls, Checkpoint firewalls, and Cisco L2/L3 networking. The role involves providing consultation, implementation, and support services to ensure secure, reliable, and optimized network operations for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consultancy, design, and implementation for FortiGate firewall solutions.
- Configure, support, and maintain Checkpoint firewalls.
- Manage and optimize Cisco L2/L3 devices (routers, switches).
- Advise clients on best practices for network security, performance, and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues in complex, multi-vendor environments.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and solution proposals.
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver network solutions aligned with business needs.
Mandatory Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls (FortiGate-14).
- Proven experience with Checkpoint firewalls (Checkpoint-2).
- In-depth knowledge of Cisco L2/L3 technologies (VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, routing & switching).
- Solid troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills.
- Strong understanding of VPN, NAT, IPS/IDS, and firewall policy management.
Preferred Skills
- Professional certifications: CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE.
- Experience with SD-WAN, MPLS, and WAN optimization.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG).
- Scripting/automation (Python, Ansible) knowledge is a plus.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5 years of experience in network consultancy or engineering roles.
