Principal Engineer – Network Security (Fortinet)– NV1 Cleared

Job Description:

Role Summary

DXC Technology is seeking a Principal Engineer – Network Security (Fortinet Primary) to deliver billable project work across enterprise and government clients. This is a hands-on technical lead role responsible for design, implementation, and delivery of complex network security solutions.

Current NV1 Security Clearance is mandatory (must already hold it).

• Act as technical lead on network security projects (design → build → migration → handover)
• Deliver Fortinet-based solutions (SASE, SD-WAN, Firewall, web gateways à implementation, upgrades, migrations, optimisation)
• Produce HLD/LLD, runbooks, test plans and as-built documentation
• Work across multi-vendor environments (Fortinet, Cisco, Palo Alto, Check Point, F5)
• Provide strong routing & switching integration into security designs
• Engage directly with customers and project stakeholders

Required Experience & Skills

• 12+ years network/security engineering in project delivery roles
• Strong hands-on Fortinet expertise
• Fortinet NSE4 and NSE7 (or equivalent) – mandatory
• Proven experience as a technical lead on billable projects
• Strong routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, LAN/WAN)
• Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, Check Point, F5 (desirable)
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and customer engagement skills

Mandatory Requirement

• Active NV1 Security Clearance – non-negotiable

Trust, Transform & Thrive with a company whose mission is to lead clients on their digital transformation journeys, DXC Technology will be recognized globally as a force multiplier, enabling clients to seize the opportunities presented by today's rapidly changing technologies.

If you are a self-starter with a strong customer focus and a results-oriented approach complimented by your strong verbal and written communication skills, we would like to hear from you.

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