Global NSE Architect

Job Type: Location Type: Remote: open to residents of any country

 

Job Description

Description

The Global Network Security Expert Advanced Technical Enablement Architect is a highly knowledgeable and skilled professional who will be responsible for:

• The rapid development of just-in-time advanced content material with an emphasis on security, networking, connectivity (wired and wireless) and cloud solutions.
• Rapid just-in-time design and delivery of advanced training workshops based on the latest technologies and firmware available.
• The design and deployment of virtual and physical infrastructures to provide hands-on labs for the higher levels of the Fortinet Network Security Expert training and certification program.
• The design and deployment of the Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX) practical exam, as required.
• The beta tests of the deployed infrastructures mentioned above.
• The appropriate documentation of all the material and environments designed and deployed for hands-on labs and content development.
• The adaptation of any current Fortinet Network Security Expert content to deliver it to internal events, but not limited to SE Summits, Xperts Academy, Accelerate and special focused training events.
• Creation and curation of learning pathways in approved tools, e.g. SkillSoft Percipio
• The collaboration with highly skilled subject matter experts (SMEs) to design, update and build advanced training programs.
• Keeping the adequate and efficient relationship, communication, collaboration, and integration, with key stakeholders within Fortinet that can support and require the value added that the Advanced Technical Enablement team might add to their objectives and business.
• Keeping constant, fluid, timely and relevant communication, both verbally and written with all the groups which this team must interact with during regular job duties.
• The interface with the Fortinet departments: training, sales, product management, professional services, TAC, development, CSE, management and any other organizations that should require interaction during the regular job duties.
• The participation in advanced subjects engineering communities (Fuse, Private Communities, Tech Teams, Mailing lists, Partner Forums) and assist others to help make Fortinet a more successful company.
• Keeping technology, industry, competitors, and Fortinet product and solutions knowledge at highest possible, and be an advanced expert resource for other peers.
• The collaboration work with peers within the field enablement, course development, training and certification groups.

Job Experience and abilities required.

• Advanced technical knowledge of computer networks and Internet security.
• Advanced technical knowledge of networking and security protocols.
• At least five (5) years of professional experience on design, installation and/or operation/support of network security solutions, including but not limited to the following: Next Generation Firewalls, VPNs, IPS, Antivirus, Web Content Filtering, AntiSpam, Vulnerability Managers, Database Security, VoIP Security, Cloud security, security operations.
• At least two (2) years of knowledge of Fortinet company operation: processes, tools, organization, structure, etc.
• At least five (5) years of knowledge of Fortinet solutions, technology, and products (including chassis, carriers, and data center solutions).
• At least five (5) years of experience with virtualization technologies and products from vendors like VMware, Oracle, Cisco, etc.
• At least two (2) years of experience and advanced knowledge in private cloud environments (Microsoft, VMware NSX, OpenStack) and how to secure them.
• At least two (2) years of experience and advanced knowledge in public cloud environments (Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Oracle) and how to secure them.
• At least two (2) years of experience in technical training or course development is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of all the operating systems available, based on Windows, Linux, Unix, and its variants.
• Advanced knowledge of authentication systems, platforms, and solutions.
• Experience and advanced knowledge designing and operating secured wireless networking.
• Automation and DevOps experience is a major plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Fortinet competitors or previous employment with Fortinet competitors is a major plus.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with end users and technical partners (either from Fortinet or its competitors).
• Strong technical writing and visual media skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Exceptional ability to articulate messages in English.
• Additional ability to speak Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese or any other foreign language is a major plus.
• Advanced knowledge of international business and markets.
• Strong analytical skills, oriented to details.
• A strong drive for continued learning and acquiring skills through self-taught means.
• Proven track as a problem solver and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized. Capable of working and multi-tasking across multiple projects.
• Strong ability to talk to either the technical or management level.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work without direct supervision.
• Adaptable and flexible, operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work and take quick decisions under high pressure.
• Availability to travel worldwide 50% or more of the time.
• Availability to travel on short notice.
• Demonstrated experience working in distributed and international teams.

Certifications and qualifications

• Must be a Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) – valid and obtained at least one (1) year before the application to this position. Must present the FCP unique ID certificate. Must commit to becoming a Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (FCSS) within one (1) year of start of employment.
• Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (FCSS) or Fortinet Certified Expert (FCX) valid certification is a major plus. Must present the unique ID certificate.
• Having product or industry certifications in networking, firewalls, VPNs, IPS, antivirus, antispam, URL filtering or similar is a plus.

Other Job Requirements:

• Must not have any legal, diplomatic or another type of issues to get the appropriate visas to visit the United States, Canada, and France for training, meetings and lab deployments.
• Must be able to enter or obtain the appropriate visas or documents to conduct business, training, and meetings in most countries were Fortinet has a presence, including but not limited to EMEA, APAC and LATAM regions.
• Bachelor / Engineering degree in Computer Science, Electronics or Telecommunications granted by a university recognized by the local Education System or Education Authority.

About Us

Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network – today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@fortinet.com.

Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.