Senior Project Engineer - Fortinet Specialist

Role Description

The Sr. Project Engineer – Fortinet Specialist role is a senior-level consulting position within the Cyber Advisors Project Team. This is a customer-facing, post-sales role responsible for leading the design, implementation, and successful delivery of complex networking and security solutions. This position is open to Minnesota residents only.

While Cyber Advisors supports a multi-vendor environment including Cisco, Aruba, and Sophos, this role is primarily focused on Fortinet technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong networking experience and either deep Fortinet expertise or a demonstrated willingness to specialize and grow within the Fortinet ecosystem.

This individual acts as a trusted technical advisor to clients and is accountable for the technical success of projects from initial scoping through delivery. This role is focused on networking solutions, the individual will be a lead engineer on projects that may include:

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of networking and security solutions, with a primary focus on Fortinet technologies.
• Own the technical success of projects, including design quality, delivery, and client satisfaction.
• Act as the primary technical resource and escalation point for complex networking and security issues.
• Lead or support technical discovery, solution design, and scoping efforts during the sales process.
• Design and deploy Fortinet-based solutions including FortiGate, SD-WAN, VPN, and security services.
• Implement and optimize Fortinet Security Fabric components (FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient EMS, etc.).
• Support and work within multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Aruba, and Sophos where required.
• Lead network and firewall migrations, including transitions from other vendors to Fortinet.
• Identify risks, gaps, and improvements in client environments and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including reviewing designs and configurations.
• Document environments, designs, and project deliverables clearly and accurately.
• Work directly with clients to explain technical concepts and guide decision-making.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with minimal oversight.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across networking and security technologies.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and implement best practices.
• Willingness to develop deep expertise in the Fortinet platform.
• Experience working in a consulting or professional services environment preferred.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications preferred, such as:
• Fortinet (NSE4, NSE7, or higher) – strongly preferred.
• Cisco (CCNP or higher).
• Aruba, Sophos, or other networking certifications.
• Candidates without Fortinet certifications must demonstrate a willingness and ability to obtain them within a reasonable timeframe.

Working Conditions

• This position may require after-hours/weekend work during project implementations or emergency situations.
• Occasional travel, including out-of-state, may be required.
• Ability to lift and move IT equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Vacation and PTO.
• Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and ongoing training.
• Engaging, dynamic work on a wide range of client security challenges.