Fortinet

Cloud Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in Riyadh Province, SAU

Remote

Senior level

Security • Software • Cybersecurity

The Role

Implement, deploy, and optimize secure, scalable cloud and network security environments across major public clouds. Build IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation/ARM), CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps automation. Integrate Fortinet security solutions, design cloud networking, troubleshoot and optimize performance/cost/security, and deliver documentation and knowledge transfer for production-ready deployments.

Summary Generated by Built In

Cloud Engineer (Preferred Location: Saudi Arabia)

This individual will be part of the Fortinet Cloud Solutions Architecture team, focusing on the implementation, deployment, and optimization of network and security cloud environments across public cloud platforms.

The Cloud Engineer will work closely with Cloud Solution Architects, customer technical teams, and DevOps teams to translate architecture designs into production-ready deployments, ensuring secure, scalable, and automated cloud environments.

The ideal candidate is highly hands-on, with strong experience in cloud infrastructure deployment, automation, and security implementation, and is passionate about delivering high-quality solutions in complex enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Cloud Implementation & Deployment

Deploy and implement secure cloud landing zones based on approved architectures across AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI and AliCloud
Configure and integrate Fortinet security solutions (e.g., FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiWeb, FortiSandbox) within cloud environments
Implement cloud networking components including VPC/VNet design, routing, load balancing, VPN, and hybrid connectivity
Execute workload onboarding, migration activities, and environment provisioning
Ensure deployments follow security, compliance, and operational best practices

2) Automation & DevOps Engineering

Develop, maintain, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated infrastructure and security deployments
Create reusable modules, templates, and scripts to standardize and accelerate delivery
Integrate security controls into DevOps workflows (DevSecOps practices)
Automate validation, testing, and compliance checks for cloud environments

3) Troubleshooting & Optimization

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across cloud infrastructure, networking, and security components
Optimize cloud environments for performance, cost-efficiency, and security posture
Implement and integrate monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions

4) Technical Delivery & Collaboration

Collaborate with Cloud Solution Architects to translate HLDs into LLDs and implemented solutions
Work closely with customer engineering, DevOps, and security teams during delivery engagements
Participate in hands-on workshops, build sessions, and deployment activities
Provide detailed as-built documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer to customer teams
Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of implementation services

Required Skills & Experience:

6–12 years of experience in roles such as Cloud Engineer, Net-Sec Engineer, or Cloud Consultant (delivery-focused) with a heavy focus on Cloud Networking and Cybersecurity.
Strong hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider: AWS, Azure, or GCP (multi-cloud experience is a plus)
Proven experience in cloud infrastructure deployment and configuration, including networking and security
Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, preferably Terraform
Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar is a plus
Solid scripting skills using Python, Bash, or similar languages
Hands-on experience with cloud networking (VPC/VNet, routing, VPN, load balancing, DNS)
Understanding of cloud security best practices, including IAM, segmentation, and threat protection
Experience deploying and managing network security solutions (Fortinet experience is highly desirable)
Familiarity with containers and Kubernetes is a plus
Experience with monitoring and logging tools in cloud environments
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Cloud certifications (e.g., professional-level networking certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, and Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer)
Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Prior experience in consulting or professional services delivery
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and security automation

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience

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Skills Required

6-12 years experience in Cloud Engineer, Net-Sec Engineer, or Cloud Consultant delivery roles
Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Cloud infrastructure deployment and configuration including networking and security
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates)
Terraform experience (preferred)
Experience with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
Scripting skills using Python or Bash
Hands-on cloud networking (VPC/VNet design, routing, VPN, load balancing, DNS)
Understanding of cloud security best practices (IAM, segmentation, threat protection)
Experience deploying and managing network security solutions; Fortinet experience highly desirable
Familiarity with containers and Kubernetes
Experience with monitoring and logging tools in cloud environments
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Fortinet Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings appear comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, counseling, wellness programs, and HSA/FSA options. Some materials also highlight affordability and multiple plan choices.
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as strong, with PTO and reports of flexible or even unlimited PTO depending on team or manager. These options contribute to a perception of good flexibility.
Parental & Family Support — Support includes maternity and paternity leave alongside childcare/parenting resources and adoption/surrogacy assistance. This indicates robust family-oriented benefits.