Fortinet

SRE Specialist - System

Join Fortinet as an SRE Specialist in Sunnyvale, CA. Manage high-traffic services, ensure security, and automate processes. 3+ years in Linux required. Benefits include medical, 401(k), and paid time off.

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Senior
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Implementer
ServiceNow Modules:
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DevOps
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Virtual Agent
ServiceNow Certifications (nice to have):
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Certified Implementation Specialist - Vulnerability Response

Job description

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January 28, 2025

Fortinet has an exciting opportunity for an intermediate SRE Specialist to join our FortiGuard operation team. We are managing consumer-facing services with high traffic volumes around the world. Service Reliability and Security is our top priority.

Requirements

  • Administer Linux servers across distributions such as Ubuntu, Red Hat, and Oracle Enterprise Linux (OEL).
  • Monitor performance metrics of servers, storage, VMs, containers, applications, and network components to ensure optimal operation.
  • Apply the latest security updates to the server infrastructure and conduct routine vulnerability scan to proactively identify and address potential security issues.
  • Leverage SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) solution to track, prioritize, and resolve security issues reported by the Security team.
  • Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment, especially Fortinet products such as FortiSwitch, FortiGate, FortiManager, and related devices.
  • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automating the build, testing, and deployment of the Internet services using tools like Ansible, SaltStack and Terraform.
  • Orchestrate the development and management of IaC frameworks to automate provisioning of operating systems, applications, and network infrastructure.
  • Provide on-call support for critical services to ensure high availability.
  • 3+ years of practical administration experience in Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) as a server platform.
  • 3+ years of administration experience in Virtualized environments (e.g., VMware ESXi).
  • 3+ years of practical experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
  • Knowledge of configuring physical servers & network appliances (e.g., Dell, HP, Fortinet).
  • Knowledge of monitoring network/server systems (e.g., Zabbix, ServiceNow).
  • Knowledge of observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
  • Knowledge of industry-standard protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTPS, DNS, LDAP).
  • Knowledge of deployment automation in physical and virtual environments.
  • Knowledge of at least one scripting language (e.g., Bash, Python, Go).
  • Knowledge of the CIS security controls and hardening Operating System and applications.
  • Highly organized, able to multi-task, the ability to work individually and within a team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written across all user levels.
  • Strong understanding of system security practices and implementation.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • A degree or technical diploma in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Certification for RHCE, CCIE, or CISSP would be the bonus.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 11 paid holidays
  • vacation time
  • sick time
  • comprehensive leave program

Requirements Summary

3+ years of experience in Linux administration, automation tools, and system security, degree in Computer Science or related field