Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet Specialist)

Apr 1, 2026

About Stellar Technologies

Role Overview

1. Network & Security Infrastructure

• Design, deploy, and manage **Fortinet Firewall (FortiGate)** solutions for both perimeter and internal security.
• Configure and maintain **Fortinet Core Switches, Access Switches, and FortiAP (Access Points)**.
• Implement secure network architectures including segmentation, routing, and SD-WAN.
• Deploy and manage **Fortinet WAF (FortiWeb)** for application security.
• Administer **FortiAnalyzer** for logging, monitoring, reporting, and audit compliance.
• Manage **Load Balancer solutions** ensuring high availability and optimal traffic distribution.
• Lead Fortinet firewall implementations and policy management on **Microsoft Azure**.
• Conduct periodic security assessments and optimize infrastructure continuously.

2. Cloud & Security Implementations

• Lead end-to-end Fortinet security deployments across **on-premise and cloud environments**.
• Integrate Fortinet solutions with **Azure security services and cloud workloads**.
• Ensure adherence to **UAE government cybersecurity standards and frameworks**.

3. Operations & Support

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and security issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and government stakeholders for seamless project delivery.
• Prepare detailed **technical documentation, network diagrams, and change management records**.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Coordinate with vendors for escalations and advanced technical support.

Required Skills & Expertise

• 9–10+ years of experience in **network and security engineering within UAE Government projects**.
• Strong hands-on experience with:

+ Fortinet Firewalls (FortiGate)

+ Fortinet WAF (FortiWeb)

• + FortiAnalyzer
• + Fortinet deployments on Azure Cloud
• + Load Balancers (Fortinet or third-party)
• + End-to-end Fortinet security implementations
• Strong knowledge of:
• + Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP)
• + VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
• + Zero Trust architecture and network segmentation
• + High availability and redundancy design
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to perform in **mission-critical, high-pressure environments**

Preferred Certifications

• Fortinet NSE4 / NSE5 / NSE6 / NSE7 / NSE8

• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)

• Microsoft Azure Network Engineer or equivalent

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (preferred)

Why Join Stellar Technologies

• Opportunity to work on **high-impact UAE government projects**
• Exposure to **cutting-edge cybersecurity and cloud technologies**
• Collaborative and growth-driven environment
• Strong leadership and technical mentorship culture