Job no: 495074
Closes: 8/5/2025 11:55:00 PM
Work Type: Staff Full-Time
Locations: Baton Rouge, LA
Categories: Information Technology
As a Network Engineer with a specialization in Fortinet technologies, you will serve as a technical authority in the architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of complex network environments. Reporting directly to the Manager of Networking, your responsibilities will extend beyond day-to-day support to encompass strategic planning, network optimization, and advanced troubleshooting. Your Fortinet expertise will be critical in ensuring the performance and security of enterprise-wide network systems. If you meet our qualifications and are passionate about advancing your career as a Network Engineer specializing in Fortinet products, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our innovative team!
College: LCTCS
Department: Operations
Sub department: Information Technology
Type of Appointment: Full time - Regular
Salary: Will be commensurate with both education and experience

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of routing protocols, layer 2/3 switching, VLANs, and IP addressing schemas.
• Strong proficiency with IPSec/SSL VPNs, SD-WAN, content filtering, IDS/IPS, and high availability configurations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and clients.
• Strong documentation skills for network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting processes.
  Required Licenses or Certifications: Certified as a Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
  Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred
  Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, LCTCS has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
  Application Deadline: Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
  Application Instructions: Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional/work-related references. *If selected, applicant will be asked to provide a certified copy of transcript prior to final offer.
  In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. LCTCS is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information about the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, visit www.lctcs.edu

1. Strategic Network Architecture

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and highly available network infrastructure aligned with organizational growth and digital transformation strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend Fortinet and third-party technologies to enhance enterprise networking capabilities.

1. Advanced Troubleshooting and Optimization

• Lead high-impact investigations and root cause analyses of complex network performance and security issues.
• Establish and refine automated diagnostics, monitoring, and alerting systems using Fortinet and complementary tools.

1. Security Engineering

• Design and enforce enterprise-wide network security frameworks incorporating Fortinet firewalls, IPsec VPNs, UTM, and segmentation.
• Proactively evaluate vulnerabilities and compliance gaps, leading mitigation and audit readiness initiatives.

1. Infrastructure Lifecycle Management

• Manage full lifecycle activities for network upgrades, capacity expansions, and cloud integrations.
• Serve as technical lead for network refreshes, datacenter interconnects, and multi-site failover designs.

1. Automation & Scripting

• Develop scripts and leverage APIs to automate network configurations, deployments, and audits using FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer and other DevNetOps tools.

1. Incident Response & DR Readiness

• Spearhead Tier 3 incident handling, coordinating across departments to minimize downtime and data loss.
• Support business continuity planning through active design and testing of network disaster recovery procedures.

1. Mentorship & Leadership

• Provide technical mentorship to Network Analysts and junior engineers; lead knowledge-sharing sessions on Fortinet technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various initiatives.

1. Documentation & Standards

• Establish and maintain detailed documentation for architecture diagrams, configuration standards, change management, and operational playbooks.

1. Technology Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor advancements in networking technologies (especially within the Fortinet ecosystem), contributing to roadmap planning and process improvements.

Required Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Network Engineer or similar role, with a focus on Fortinet products.