Cisco Network Engineer

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is looking for a skilled Cisco Network Engineer in Dubai. You will design and maintain secure networks using Cisco technology, providing support and troubleshooting for network issues. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in IT, relevant Cisco certifications, and hands-on experience with networking equipment. This position offers a dynamic work environment within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer, ideally in a Cisco enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Cisco certifications like CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy secure networks using Cisco routers and switches.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with network architects to optimize the network.

Skills

Cisco networking

Problem-solving

Communication

Cisco routing and switching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Cisco ASA/Firepower

SolarWinds

PRTG

Cisco Prime

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and certified Cisco Network Engineer to design implement maintain and support our growing network infrastructure. You will be part of a systems engineering team that is responsible for building scalable secure and highly available network architectures using Cisco technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy functional and secure networks (LAN WAN WLAN VLAN VPN) using Cisco routers switches and firewalls.
• Configure and install Cisco hardware software and network services.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high levels of performance availability and security.
• Collaborate with network architects and other IT staff to optimize and expand the existing network.
• Manage Cisco equipment upgrades patches and security configurations.
• Provide Level 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve network issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network infrastructure and configuration.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies security protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and regular testing.
• Conduct network performance tuning and capacity planning.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer preferably in an enterprise Cisco environment.
• Cisco certifications such as CCNA CCNP or CCIE (preferred/required based on level).
• Handson experience with Cisco routing switching ASA/Firepower firewalls and wireless technologies.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (e.g. BGP OSPF EIGRP STP HSRP VRRP).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g. SolarWinds PRTG Cisco Prime).
• Familiarity with IP address management and network access control.
• Excellent problemsolving communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a teamoriented collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SDWAN Cisco DNA Center or Meraki solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS Azure GCP).
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and tools.
• Scripting skills (e.g. Python Bash) for network automation.