Principal Network Engineer, Fortinet

Talent (strategic & operational) expert | Strategic business partner Open to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane locations. When the rest of the world is headed left, Ethan goes right. We’re more than an IT, telco, and cloud provider, we’re disruptors and game-changers—we’re the kids in the class always doodling, creating, and innovating. Can you relate? This is more than a Prinicipal Network Engineer role. We’re looking for someone who’s going to take on our ethos and help shape the future of our industry. As an integral part of our Professional Services engineering team, you’ll benefit from taking ownership and leading the team to deliver architecture, design, and delivery of complex data centre infrastructures for our customers. You’ll also live and breathe our 10 commandments* (see More Than an Appendix below). MORE THAN A ROLE Our role descriptions aren’t the norm. This is what we’re looking for: Evangelize re-use through implementation of shared assets Enforce adherence to architectural standards/principles, global product-specific guidelines, usability design standards, etc. Proactively provide guidance on engineering methodologies, standards and leading practices. Guidance of engineering staff and reviews of as-built configurations during construction phase. Identify, communicate and mitigate Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Decisions throughout full lifecycle. Considers the art of the possible, compares various architectural options based on feasibility and impact, and proposes actionable plans. Demonstrates strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze and operate at various levels of abstraction. Ability to balance what is strategically right with what is practically realistic. Project Delivery: Provide technical and professional leadership over large or complex initiatives where multiple architectural disciplines are involved. Provide thought leadership and innovative technical solutions to stakeholders. Deliver solution designs and architectures. Balance stakeholder budget, time and quality. Lead technical analysis, implementation and deployment. Coordinate technical activities with key internal and client stakeholders. Develop technical change requests, migration and test plans. Provision proof of concept and pilot environments. Support Project Managers in managing scope variations and risks effectively. Develop as-built and handover to BAU documentation. Liaise with vendors and service providers to execute technical change. DESIRED CERTS AND SKILLS CCNP or CCIE THE ABSOLUTE-MUSTS End-to-end experience in IT services transition and transformation Demonstrable ability to : Lead cross-functional teams through the full lifecycle of service transition and transformation. Take accountability for outcomes, proactively identifying and resolving issues. Translate strategic goals into actionable plans and deliverables. Engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment and transparency. Drive continuous improvement and innovation across project delivery. Embed security best practices into all aspects of transition and transformation. Ensure documentation and processes align with organizational security policies and regulatory requirements. Promote a security-first mindset across teams and deliverables. Technical Skills in order of preference Fortinet SD-WAN, FortiManager, FortiSASE, FortiNAC, FortiGate, FortiAP, FortiSwitches Cisco Routers, switches, wireless and firewalls Palo Alto Firewall, Panorama and SD-WAN experience (Fortinet essential with exposure to Cisco SDAWAN desirable) Meraki MX, MS and MR SD-WAN experience Sound working knowledge in Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment with robust hands‑on network design, implementation, and troubleshooting experience Think you can fit more than a mould? Reach out, get in contact, arrest us with your professional rap sheet. Did we mention we’re looking for diversity? If you’re Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we’d strongly advise you to apply. MORE THAN AN APPENDIX (IT’S A LIFESTYLE) Professionalism and poise: Maintaining a dignified and professional demeanour across all interactions. Client‑centric excellence: Delivering results that prioritise our clients’ needs and ensuring their end‑to‑end journey is nothing short of exceptional. Elevating the company’s success (not just your own): Understanding that we all win together. Extraordinary dedication: An eagerness to go beyond industry standards and expectations. Innovative mindset: A natural inclination to think creatively and a desire to collaborate with others who share this same perspective. Adaptive agility: Being versatile and responsive to the ever‑changing technology landscape. A commitment to crafting new realities: Cultivating opportunities and creating positive experiences between colleagues, clients, and everyone you encounter. Continuous learning: An insatiable appetite for knowledge and skill enhancement, ensuring you’re always at the forefront of your field. Empathetic engagement: Building strong, genuine connections with clients and team members by putting in the time to understand their perspectives and needs. Sustainability awareness: A consciousness about the impact of our actions on the environment and society, aiming for sustainable business practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr