Skill : Networking (Fortinet & SD - Wan)

Experience : 8 to 12 Years

Location : Bangalore and Pune

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Fortinet SD-WAN Engineer to design implement and maintain secure and scalable SD-WAN solutions using Fortinet technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls FortiManager FortiAnalyzer and a deep understanding of network security principles.

Responsibilities

Design deploy and manage Fortinet SD-WAN solutions across enterprise environments.

Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate firewalls VPNs and routing protocols (BGP OSPF).

Monitor network performance and ensure high availability and security.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SD-WAN with existing infrastructure.

Perform firmware upgrades patch management and system tuning.

Maintain documentation for configurations processes and procedures.

Provide technical support and incident resolution for SD-WAN-related issues.

5 plus years of experience in network engineering with a focus on Fortinet products.

Strong knowledge of Fortinet SD-WAN FortiManager FortiAnalyzer and FortiOS.

Experience with network protocols (TCP-IP BGP OSPF IPSec SSL VPN).

Fortinet NSE certifications (NSE 4 or higher) preferred.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Certifications Required

Fortinet NSE 4 5 6 7 8

The Cognizant community:
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About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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