ELV Network Engineer

Ejadah; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Ejadah in Dubai is seeking an Engineer in Systems Integration to deploy, configure, integrate, and support IT-based security systems, including IP CCTV, access control, VMS, servers, storage, and network components within the client's IT infrastructure.

You will lead the Project Engineering and installation teams, ensure compliance with technical and safety standards, coordinate with clients, vendors and internal teams, and deliver scalable security solutions that meet unique requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, computer or network engineering.
• 3–5 years in IT-focused security systems engineering.
• Hands-on deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of VMS, servers, and access control.
• Experience in ELV/security integration projects, UAE/GCC preferred.
• SIRA/ADMCC video guard & portal commissioning experience.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, LDAP, and ONVIF standards.
• Experience with Genetec, LenelS2, Milestone, Cisco and Allied Telesis.
• CCNA/CCNP or Microsoft/Cybersecurity certs preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, teamwork and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Design & Implementation: Develop and deploy security solutions (firewalls, antivirus, VPNs, security network).
• Monitoring & Analysis: Continuously monitor systems for threats and analyze logs.
• Incident Response: investigate security breaches and manage cyberattack responses.
• Installation & configuration of security systems network hardware.
• SAT and system commissioning.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors and internal teams for deployment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory certifications.

Skills

VMS deployment & troubleshooting

IP CCTV & access control

Network integration

Cybersecurity basics (firewalls, VPNs)

Team leadership in project delivery

Customer-focused support

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Computer/Network Engineering

CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications (preferred)

Tools

Genetec

LenelS2

Milestone

Cisco

Allied Telesis

LDAP

ONVIF

Job description

Job Purpose:

As an Engineer in Systems Integration, the role is responsible for the deployment, configuration, integration, and support of IT-based security systems, including IP CCTV, access control, video management systems (VMS), servers/storage, networks, and cybersecurity-related components, focusing on protecting systems and networks from threats by implementing firewalls, antivirus, VPNs. This role ensures that all security systems operate reliably, securely, and efficiently within the client's IT infrastructure. The role involves managing the Project Engineering and installation teams, project execution, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and coordinating with clients, vendors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality security solutions. Leveraging your expertise in IT security technologies and systems integration, you will work closely with clients, project managers, engineers and technical teams to deliver scalable and effective security solutions that meet their unique needs and requirements.

Responsibilities:

Financial

• Closely monitor project budgets on resources and equipment to ensure no overspill.

Customer Orientation

• Provide technical support and training for end-users and operators.

• Coordinate with vendors for upgrades and advanced troubleshooting.

• Provide training and guidance to clients and end-users on the operation and maintenance of security systems.

• Establish ongoing relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction and address any issues or requirements.

• Integrate security systems with client IT infrastructure and enterprise applications.

Process Orientation

• Design & Implementation: Develop and deploy security solutions (firewalls, antivirus, VPNs, security network).

• Monitoring & Analysis: Continuously monitor systems for threats, analyze security logs, and research weaknesses.

• Incident Response: investigate security breaches and manage the response to cyberattacks.

• Ensure that security systems adhere to industry standards, regulations, and best practices and ensure regulatory certification is up to date.

• Installation & configuration of the security systems network hardware.

• Perform site acceptance testing (SAT) and system commissioning.

Innovation

• Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains, and cost savings on each project.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in security technology and recommend improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in IT-focused security systems engineering.

• Hands-on experience in deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting VMS, servers, and access control systems.

• Experience working in ELV / security integration projects, preferably in the UAE/GCC.

• SIRA/ADMCC Video guard & portal commissioning experience

• In-depth knowledge of security technologies, protocols, and standards, such as TCP/IP, LDAP, and ONVIF.

• Experience with security systems from major vendors, such as Genetec, LenelS2, Milestone, Cisco, Allied Telesis.

• Certification in CCNA / CCNP, Microsoft (MCSA/ MCSE), Cybersecurity (CompTIA Security+, CEH) etc., is preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.

• Project management experience and familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus.

• Industry / Regulatory certifications such as SIRA and MCC, are advantageous.

• Security Tools: Firewalls, VPNs.

• Networking: TCP/IP, VLANs, Routing, switching.

• Operation systems: Windows, Linux.

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