Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Location: Lake Zurich, IL (Onsite) Rate: $45 on W2

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and support Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto NGFW platforms
• Implement and manage firewall policies, NAT rules, VPNs (IPSec/SSL)
• Perform rule optimization, cleanup, and policy governance aligned with security standards
• Monitor network traffic, identify anomalies, and mitigate security threats
• Design and deploy secure network architectures and firewall solutions
• Configure HA setups, SD-WAN, routing, and logging integrations
• Support firewall migrations (Fortinet ↔ Palo Alto) and technology upgrades
• Perform L2/L3 troubleshooting of network and security incidents
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
• Respond to security alerts and coordinate incident remediation
• Monitor and maintain network performance, availability, and security posture
• Support vulnerability assessments and remediation activities
• Ensure compliance with security policies, audits, and governance frameworks
• Handle change requests, upgrades, and patch management
• Maintain updated network diagrams, SOPs, and configuration documentation
• Participate in CAB meetings and provide technical inputs
• Work with cross-functional teams (network, cloud, SOC, infra)
• Provide technical guidance and act as SME for firewall/security technologies
• Support audits and compliance requirements

Technical Skills Required

Firewall & Security

• Fortinet FortiGate (Policies, VPN, SD-WAN, HA, FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer)
• Palo Alto Networks (NGFW, Panorama, App-ID, User-ID, NAT policies)
• IDS/IPS, VPN, SIEM, security monitoring tools

Networking

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, NAT, SSL/TLS
• Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
• Switching concepts (VLAN, STP, trunking)

Tools & Platforms

• Experience with Panorama, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer
• Knowledge of cloud security (Azure/AWS) – preferred
• Familiarity with load balancers, WAF, SD-WAN

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field
• 6–10+ years of experience in network security and firewall management
• Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet & Palo Alto platforms

Preferred Certifications

• Fortinet NSE (NSE4 / NSE7)
• Palo Alto PCNSE / PCNSA
• CCNA/CCNP Security, CISSP (good to have)

Notes: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits: Danta offers a compensation package to all W2 employees that are competitive in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, the option to elect healthcare insurance (Dental, Medical, Vision), Major holidays and Paid sick leave as per state law. The rate/Salary range is dependent on numerous factors including Qualification, Experience and Location.