Fortinet NSE 7 SD-WAN: Celebrating Donald Ross’ Certification

Fortinet NSE 7 SD-WAN: Celebrating Donald Ross’ Certification

We are delighted to congratulate our Senior Consultant, Donald Ross, on successfully passing the Fortinet NSE 7 SD-WAN exam.

Donald’s dedication to advancing his skills and supporting FullProxy is truly commendable. His decision to take the exam on a Saturday is a testament to his commitment to excellence.

The NSE 7 Network Security Architect designation recognises advanced expertise in deploying, administering, and troubleshooting Fortinet security solutions. Donald’s achievement underscores his deep knowledge of SD-WAN technologies, including configuring basic setups and managing complex SD-WAN infrastructures.

With ransomware attacks on the rise, SD-WAN has become an essential tool for organisations to protect remote workers, critical data, and applications. By implementing a security-driven SD-WAN solution, businesses can enhance connectivity, improve performance, and strengthen their overall security posture. Fortinet’s recognition as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for SD-WAN further solidifies the technology’s importance in today’s digital landscape.

We are proud to have Donald as part of the FullProxy team and look forward to his continued contributions.

Ewan Ferguson
Chief Executive Officer
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