• Design and implement VPN solutions: Configure and deploy site-to-site VPNs and client VPNs using Fortigate appliances to ensure secure communication between remote sites and enable remote access for employees.
• Deploy AD360 and Implement OpenID Connect: Set up and configure AD360 for identity and access management, and integrate OpenID Connect to provide single sign-on (SSO) authentication for our applications, ensuring secure and seamless access control.
• Setup monitoring infrastructure: Implement monitoring solutions using Grafana to collect, visualize, and analyse network and system metrics, enabling proactive monitoring and rapid incident response.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Employ Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to automate the configuration, provisioning, and management of network infrastructure components, ensuring consistency, scalability, and repeatability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with developers, system administrators, and security specialists to understand infrastructure requirements, identify automation opportunities, and implement effective solutions.
• Documentation and knowledge sharing: Develop and maintain documentation for network configurations, automation processes, and best practices. Share knowledge and provide technical guidance to team members on infrastructure automation and DevOps practices.
• Continuous improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to infrastructure automation, security, and monitoring. Continuously assess and improve infrastructure automation processes to optimize efficiency and reliability.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. Proven experience in configuring and managing Fortigate appliances for VPN solutions, including site-to-site VPNs and client VPNs.
• Familiarity with OpenID Connect authentication protocol and its implementation for single sign-on (SSO) integration with applications.
• Proficiency in implementing monitoring solutions using Grafana or similar tools to collect, visualize, and analyse network and system metrics.
• Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and experience using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Packer, and Helm for automating infrastructure deployments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex infrastructure issues and implement effective solutions.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies in infrastructure automation and DevOps practices. Having the following will be an edge.
• Relevant certifications such as Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE), Certified OpenID Connect Implementer, or certifications in infrastructure automation and DevOps practices would be a plus.
• Experienced in deploying, operating, monitoring, optimizing, and troubleshooting cloud infrastructure and cloud-native applications.