Network Engineer

Network EngineerLocation: Lake Zurich, IL (Onsite) Rate: $45 on W2Key ResponsibilitiesConfigure, manage, and support Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto NGFW platformsImplement and manage firewall policies, NAT rules, VPNs (IPSec/SSL)Perform rule optimization, cleanup, and policy governance aligned with security standardsMonitor network traffic, identify anomalies, and mitigate security threatsDesign and deploy secure network architectures and firewall solutionsConfigure HA setups, SD-WAN, routing, and logging integrationsSupport firewall migrations (Fortinet ? Palo Alto) and technology upgradesPerform L2/L3 troubleshooting of network and security incidentsConduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actionsRespond to security alerts and coordinate incident remediationMonitor and maintain network performance, availability, and security postureSupport vulnerability assessments and remediation activitiesEnsure compliance with security policies, audits, and governance frameworksHandle change requests, upgrades, and patch managementMaintain updated network diagrams, SOPs, and configuration documentationParticipate in CAB meetings and provide technical inputsWork with cross-functional teams (network, cloud, SOC, infra)Provide technical guidance and act as SME for firewall/security technologiesSupport audits and compliance requirementsTechnical Skills RequiredFirewall & SecurityFortinet 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 toolsNetworkingStrong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, NAT, SSL/TLSRouting protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRPSwitching concepts (VLAN, STP, trunking)Tools & PlatformsExperience with Panorama, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzerKnowledge of cloud security (Azure/AWS) – preferredFamiliarity with load balancers, WAF, SD-WANQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field6–10+ years of experience in network security and firewall managementStrong hands-on experience with Fortinet & Palo Alto platformsPreferred CertificationsFortinet NSE (NSE4 / NSE7)Palo Alto PCNSE / PCNSACCNA/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.