NETWORK/CLOUD ENGINEER I at GENERAL LOGISTICS SYSTEMS US INC

Mesa, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fortinet, Networking, VPN, SD-WAN, Firewall, Troubleshooting, Azure, Cisco, Security, Documentation, TCP/IP, VoIP, Routing, Monitoring, Cloud, Collaboration

Industry

Freight and Package Transportation

Description

Description About US: GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day. GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks. This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit www.gls-group.com. PRIMARY FUNCTION: As a Network Engineer II, you will support the design, deployment, and maintenance of a Fortinet-based network spanning on-premises data centers, branch locations, and Azure cloud environments. You’ll manage routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, and VPN connectivity, while helping transition legacy platforms to Fortinet. Reporting to the IT Operations Manager, you’ll ensure secure, high-performance connectivity and collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to support cross-platform initiatives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: This role supports the organization’s transition to Fortinet by maintaining network connectivity across branch sites, data centers, and Azure cloud. You’ll configure and upgrade Fortinet devices, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and manage VPN and hybrid cloud networking. You’ll work with vendors, cloud, and internal teams to support network projects, license renewals, and ensure secure, reliable infrastructure as part of the IT Operations team. Requirements FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Design, implement, and maintain Fortinet-based network infrastructure, including FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer. Administer and support Fortinet SD-WAN, site-to-site VPNs, user remote access (SSL/IPSec), and UTM features such as Web Filtering, Antivirus, and Application Control. Participate in the after-hours On-Call rotation, supporting critical networking issues and outages. Maintain and support a hybrid network environment that includes Fortinet, Cisco, and legacy Palo Alto platforms, with a strong focus on Fortinet as the primary vendor. Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure network controls align with organizational cybersecurity goals and compliance standards. Monitor and enforce network security policies, firewall rules, and access control in accordance with security best practices and organizational policy. Ensure high availability and redundancy of critical network infrastructure across data centers and branch locations. Administer and tune network monitoring and management systems, including FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and third-party tools for performance tracking and log analysis. Conduct network assessments, firewall audits, vulnerability scans, and contribute to mitigation strategies. Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP addressing, firewall rules, and standard operating procedures. Support system deployments, upgrades, and patch management for network appliances, with an emphasis on secure and compliant configurations. Troubleshoot and resolve escalated network issues, particularly those involving Fortinet hardware or configurations. Engage in research and development related to next-generation firewall features, evolving Fortinet capabilities, and enterprise network trends. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work 40 hours per week or more if required Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field – or equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise networking. Fortinet NSE 4 or higher certification is highly preferred. CCNA or CCNP certification is also acceptable, though Fortinet-specific experience and certifications will be prioritized. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a network engineering role, with a strong focus on Fortinet firewalls and security appliances (e.g., FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer). Proven experience with Fortinet SD-WAN, VPN, high availability (HA) configurations, firewall policies, and UTM features. Familiarity with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), VLANs, NAT, and network segmentation in Fortinet environments. Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing Fortinet infrastructure in a multi-site enterprise setting. 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking, including switching, routing, firewalls, wireless, SIP/VoIP, and SD-WAN. Proven expertise in Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, SD-WAN, VPN), with experience supporting Palo Alto, Cisco Catalyst, Cradlepoint, and Ubiquiti/Unifi environments. Strong background in converged networks, including VoIP deployments and QoS design/implementation. Deep understanding of TCP/IP networking, with experience in packet inspection and protocol analysis using tools like Wireshark. Solid grasp of application-layer protocols such as DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, FTP, Telnet, and SSH. Working knowledge of security concepts including NAT/PAT, IPSEC, SSL VPN, DDoS mitigation, IP spoofing, and network segmentation. Experience with hybrid cloud networking, especially Azure Virtual Networks, VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; proven ability to work in collaborative, high-performing IT teams. May be required to perform tasks beyond those explicitly listed in this role. JOB HAZARDS: (General) General office hazards occur with slipping, tripping and falling Ergonomic hazards, arm, neck, back and shoulder strain occur with improper set up of workstation/computer. Eye strain occurs with improper task lighting, or settings on computer screens Fire hazards can occur with electrical power cords, portable heaters, office and general kitchen common areas The preceding covers the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties that may be required from day to day. EEO STATEMENT: General Logistics Systems US is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply to GLS, and we strive to select the best qualified applicant for each position in our organization. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. GLS complies with all laws and regulations relating to employment discrimination and is always committed to doing what's right.

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Responsibilities

The Network Engineer I will support the design, deployment, and maintenance of a Fortinet-based network across various environments. Responsibilities include managing routing, switching, firewalls, and VPN connectivity while ensuring secure and high-performance connectivity.