Job Description

Job Title: Senior Network & Security Engineer
Experience: 6-8 Years
Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network & Security Engineer to join our technical team. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in routing, switching, and firewall technologies, with exposure to both implementation and operations in enterprise or service provider environments.
The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructures while ensuring compliance, reliability, and scalability across all systems.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support complex LAN/WAN networks and security architectures.

• Manage firewall configurations, VPNs, and network security policies (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Check Point, etc.).

• Perform network troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.

• Support implementation projects, migrations, and upgrades for routing, switching, and security solutions.

• Administer and monitor network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers).

• Ensure high availability and security of critical network infrastructure.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of security solutions.

• Create and maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and configuration baselines.

• Participate in on-call rotation and provide escalation support during critical incidents.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

• 6-8 years of hands-on experience in network and security engineering.

• Strong experience with Routing & Switching (Cisco, Juniper, etc.).

• Proven expertise in Firewall management (Fortinet / Palo Alto / Cisco ASA / Check Point).

• Knowledge of VPN technologies, NAT, ACLs, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, and IPSec.

• Experience in implementation and operations of enterprise-grade network and security solutions.

• Good understanding of network monitoring tools and incident response processes.

• Relevant certifications preferred: CCNP / NSE / PCNSE / JNCIP / CCSA.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.

• Team player with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.

Skills Required