Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet Specialist)

Experience: 9–10+ Years (Mandatory: UAE Government sector experience)About Stellar TechnologiesStellar Technologies is a leading IT solutions and services provider specializing in enterprise digital transformation, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and managed services across the UAE and GCC. We partner with government and enterprise clients to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance technology environments.Role OverviewWe are looking for a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet Specialist) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across the Fortinet ecosystem and a proven track record in delivering secure, large-scale network infrastructures within UAE government environments.This role will be critical in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade network and security solutions across on-premise and cloud platforms.Key Responsibilities1. Network & Security InfrastructureDesign, 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 ImplementationsLead 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 & SupportTroubleshoot 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 & Expertise9–10+ years of experience in network and security engineering within UAE Government projects.Strong hands-on experience with:Fortinet Firewalls (FortiGate)Fortinet Switching & Wireless (Core, Access, FortiAP)Fortinet WAF (FortiWeb)FortiAnalyzerFortinet deployments on Azure CloudLoad Balancers (Fortinet or third-party)End-to-end Fortinet security implementationsStrong knowledge of:Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP)VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)Zero Trust architecture and network segmentationHigh availability and redundancy designExcellent communication and documentation skillsAbility to perform in mission-critical, high-pressure environmentsPreferred CertificationsFortinet NSE4 / NSE5 / NSE6 / NSE7 / NSE8CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)Microsoft Azure Network Engineer or equivalentEducationBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (preferred)Why Join Stellar TechnologiesOpportunity to work on high-impact UAE government projectsExposure to cutting-edge cybersecurity and cloud technologiesCollaborative and growth-driven environmentStrong leadership and technical mentorship culture#J-18808-Ljbffr