Senior Technical Consultant

Job Title- Senior Technical Consultant 
Experience Required- 8+ Years 
Location- Maputo, Mozambique

Employment Type-  Contractual (3 years)

Education- Master's / Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 

Responsibilities 

• Act as the primary technical resource for network and network security solutions, providing expert guidance to internal teams and customers.
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements, recommend suitable solutions, and support the sales process. 
• Design and architect secure network solutions that align with industry best practices and security standards. 
• Plan and execute successful deployments of network and security products, including firewalls, secure access solutions, endpoint protection, and security management systems. 
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for network and security issues, both remotely and on-site when required. 
• Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and training programs for customers and internal teams to ensure effective use of security solutions. 
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, industry trends, and advancements in network security technologies. 
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including solution architectures, configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures. 
• Assist in proof-of-concept demonstrations and technical presentations to showcase security solutions to potential clients. 
• Work closely with technical support teams to escalate and resolve complex issues, ensuring timely problem resolution. 
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, providing strategic recommendations for optimizing and securing their network infrastructure. 

Qualifications 

• CCSA/CCSE/CCMSE, Fortinet NSE 7+, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in System Administration (Compute, Storage, Backup), firewall administration, network security, and network infrastructure management.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, Layer 2 switching protocols, and comprehensive knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc.).
• Expertise in wireless networks, IPsec VPNs, and secure remote access solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and their network security models.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiClient, and FortiSIEM.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and support complex network security solutions using multi-vendor technologies.
• Strong knowledge of firewall technologies, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex security issues.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and building long-term relationships.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer meetings, on-site deployments, and training sessio