Fortinet Implementation Specialist / Documentation Engineer
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Title: Fortinet Implementation Specialist / Documentation Engineer Hours : 40hrs/wk must be local but will have remote flexibility Duration: 2-3 months for initial implementation 1 year contract Pay: $50-$60/hr Start Date : October 5th Overview: Seeking a Fortinet Implementation Specialist / Documentation Engineer to support a multi-site Fortinet deployment across Massachusetts. This role will focus on implementation support, configuration documentation, deployment tracking, testing, and knowledge transfer.
Responsibilities: Support the implementation and deployment of Fortinet network and security solutions Assist with FortiGate configuration, testing, and onsite deployment activities Maintain accurate documentation of firewall and network configurations Document IP addressing, VLANs, firewall policies, VPNs, and network diagrams Track device deployments, configurations, changes, and cutover activities Assist with pre-deployment and post-deployment testing Work closely with Senior Fortinet Engineers and client IT teams Create installation guides, configuration documentation, and troubleshooting procedures Assist with knowledge transfer and training for the client’s IT staff Ensure project documentation is accurate and up to date throughout the deployment Required Skills: 2+ years of experience supporting network or security implementations Experience working with Fortinet/FortiGate Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and VPNs Strong technical documentation skills Experience creating network diagrams and configuration documentation Ability to understand and document firewall/network configurations Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable working onsite in Massachusetts Strong communication skills and ability to work with technical teams Preferred Certifications: Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) Fortinet NSE 4 Cisco CCNA or similar networking certification Ideal Candidate: A technically strong, detail-oriented network professional who understands Fortinet environments and can keep a complex multi-site deployment organized, properly documented, tested, and ready for handoff to the client’s IT team.
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