Job Summary We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our IT team to design, implement, manage, and maintain our network security infrastructure, including FortiGate, Cisco & Paloalto Solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiSASE, along with a solid understanding of network protocols, DC/Campus relocation tasks and security best practices.

Key Responsibilities
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot FortiGate and Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Configure and maintain firewall policies, NAT, security profiles, and firewall hardening.
• Configure and troubleshoot IPSec Site-to-Site and Remote Access VPN tunnels.
• Manage Cisco Catalyst and Meraki switches.
• Solid hands-on experience with VLAN, Access Port, Trunk, STP, VPC and Port
- Channel.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Meraki Access Points, SSIDs and wireless connectivity.
• Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, static routing and route redistribution.
• Manage and troubleshoot SD-WAN, WAN links, ISP/MPLS connectivity and link failover/load balancing.
• Monitor network and security infrastructure and resolve L2/L3 connectivity issues.
• Perform network migrations, configuration changes, firmware upgrades, and security hardening.




• Analyze logs and troubleshoot issues using packet capture and network diagnostic tools.
• Prepare RCA, change plans, network documentation, and network diagrams.
• Coordinate with ISP, OEM, application, and internal IT teams for issue resolution.
• Provide on-call support for critical network and security incidents. Required Skills & Qualifications
• 4+ years of experience in Network & Security Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with FortiGate Firewall.
• Working experience with Palo Alto Firewall.
• Good knowledge of Cisco Catalyst and Meraki Switches.
• Good knowledge of Cisco Meraki Access Points.
• Strong knowledge of IPSec VPN
• Hands-on experience with BGP and OSPF.
• Good understanding of SD-WAN and WAN link load balancing/failover.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLAN, Trunk, Access, STP and Port-Channel.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
• Fortinet certification NSE or equivalent.
• CCNA/CCNP certification is an advantage
• Exposure to Azure/AWS networking is an advantage. Work Environment
• Occasional travel to data centres or branch offices may be required.
• Collaborative, fast-paced IT and network security environment.

📌 Network Engineer (Kochi)
🏢 Joyalukkas
📍 Kochi