Cisco Network Engineer | Flint Technologies | Dubai, UAE

Flint Technologies; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company in Dubai is looking for an experienced Cisco Network Engineer. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for designing and managing Cisco networks, ensuring their performance and security. Key duties include configuring network devices, implementing security measures, and collaborating with IT teams for seamless operations. Candidates should have a strong background in Cisco technologies and a relevant bachelor's degree. This position provides opportunities for professional growth in enterprise networking.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco IOS, NX‑OS, ASA, and related platforms.
• Experience with Cisco security technologies including Firewalls, IPS, and ISE.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and optimize Cisco network devices.
• Implement network security policies using Cisco solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance.

Skills

Cisco IOS

Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)

Cisco security technologies

Network monitoring tools

CLI-based configuration

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Cisco DNA Center

Cisco Prime

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Job Title: Cisco Network Engineer | Flint Technologies | Dubai, UAE

Recruiting Company: Flint Technologies

Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are hiring a skilled Cisco Network Engineer to support, secure, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure in Dubai. This role is critical to ensuring high availability, performance, and security of Cisco-based networks while supporting business growth and technology transformation initiatives.

Detailed Job Description

As a Cisco Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining a robust network environment built on Cisco technologies. You will work hands‑on with routing, switching, firewall, wireless, and network management platforms, while supporting security policies and operational best practices. The role involves continuous monitoring, troubleshooting, documentation, and close collaboration with other IT teams. You will also participate in network upgrades, expansions, and vendor coordination, ensuring minimal downtime and high service quality. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer to grow within a modern enterprise networking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and optimize Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points
• Implement and support network security policies using Cisco security solutions
• Manage and operate Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) environments
• Monitor network performance using Cisco Prime, NetFlow, SNMP, and related tools
• Troubleshoot network incidents to ensure minimal service disruption
• Document network configurations, changes, and operational procedures
• Collaborate with cross‑functional IT teams for seamless system integration
• Provide on‑call support and ensure rapid incident resolution
• Assist in planning and executing network upgrades and expansions
• Handle vendor coordination, call logging, and service follow‑ups

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies
• Strong knowledge of Cisco IOS, NX‑OS, ASA, and related platforms
• Solid understanding of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
• Strong switching expertise (VLANs, STP, Layer‑3 switching)
• Experience with Cisco security technologies including Firewalls, IPS, and ISE
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools (Cisco Prime, SolarWinds, Nagios)
• Proficiency in CLI-based configuration and troubleshooting
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• CCNP or higher Cisco certification
• Experience with Cisco wireless solutions (Aironet, WLC, MSE)
• Exposure to network automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Python)
• Knowledge of cloud or hybrid network architectures
• Experience in enterprise or large‑scale network environments

Recruitment Pro Tip

To stand out, clearly highlight your hands‑on Cisco projects—especially DNAC, firewall security implementations, and network upgrades—and quantify impact such as uptime improvements, incidents resolved, or environments supported.