Job#: 2078608

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Kestra Financial seeking a seasoned Manager, Network Engineering with a strong command of the Fortinet security stack and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This role requires hands-on expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining security infrastructure built on Fortinet technologies including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiMonitor, and FortiClient EMS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mange a team of network security engineers
• Plan strategy for Network Modernization with Head of Infrastructure
• Design, implement, and manage secure network architectures using the full Fortinet security stack
• Configure and maintain FortiGate firewalls, including high availability, VPNs (IPSec/SSL), and UTM features.
• Deploy and manage centralized security operations via FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security threats, incidents, and anomalies.
• Perform regular risk assessments and compliance audits.
• Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and best practices.
• Provide escalation technical support and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• After hours and weekend support as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network security engineering roles.
• Deep expertise in the Fortinet product suite, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiClient EMS.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Experience with segmentation, secure remote access, and advanced threat protection.
• Solid understanding of network architecture, routing (BGP, OSPF), and switching.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience integrating Fortinet with third-party platforms (e.g., Azure AD, OKTA).
• Fortinet NSE 4 certification or higher desired (NSE 5-7 preferred).
• Familiarity with scripting or automation (Python, Ansible).
• Exposure to public cloud environments (Azure, AWS) and cloud security practices.
• Prior experience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.) is a plus.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.