IT Network Engineer

CITY PHARMACY CO; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

CITY PHARMACY CO in Abu Dhabi is seeking an IT Network Engineer to design, implement and support the enterprise network, ensuring security, governance and compliance.

You will manage data center networks, firewalls, Aruba wireless infrastructure, and Fortinet devices, ensuring 24/7 operations and collaborating with IT management on strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or related field.
• 3–5+ years in network administration and security operations.
• CCNA/CCNP Enterprise and NSE 4/7 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 99% availability of data center servers, network hardware, and wireless infrastructure.
• Maintain enterprise security solutions, especially firewalls and antivirus.
• Provide leadership and oversight for complex infrastructure projects and troubleshooting.
• Test network performance and monitor to detect potential alerts.
• Deliver 24/7 service operations across IT infrastructure and networks.
• Collaborate with internal customers to align IT services with business needs.
• Evaluate products, negotiate with vendors for best-in-class solutions.
• Plan and coordinate installation of remote and in-house hardware.

Skills

Network engineering

Fortinet FortiGate

Aruba wireless

Cisco routers & switches

Security operations

VPNs

SIEM

Threat management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Tools

Fortinet FortiGate

Aruba ClearPass

Cisco IOS/NXV/NX-OS

VPN technologies

IDS/IPS

SIEM systems

Job description

Employment Type Full-time Job Summary The IT Network Engineer is responsible for the design implementation and 24 7 operational support of the enterprise IT network This hands-on role demands deep technical expertise in networking wireless technologies and firewalls In addition to technical execution the engineer will champion enterprise security drive infrastructure governance and compliance and support the IT Manager in executing the overall technology strategy

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure the optimal operation performance and 99 availability of all data center servers network hardware and wireless infrastructure
• Manage and ensure the effectiveness of enterprise security solutions specifically firewalls and anti-virus solutions
• Provide problem-solving leadership and direct technical oversight for complex infrastructure implementations system upgrades and operational troubleshooting
• Test network performance provide performance statistics and proactively monitor systems to capture potential alerts before they occur
• Accountable for the delivery of 24 7 service operations across all IT infrastructure and networks
• Build relationships with internal customers to ensure IT services are appropriately planned and delivered in line with business requirements
• Conduct research evaluate products and negotiate with vendors and contractors to secure best-in-class network products and services
• Plan and coordinate the installation of remote and in-house hardware

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3 5+ years of hands-on experience in network administration, enterprise infrastructure management, and network security operations. Cisco: CCNA / CCNP Enterprise NSE 4 / NSE 7 (Fortinet Certified Professional or Solution Specialist)

Preferred Skills:

• Proven hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing Fortinet security appliances (FortiGate Firewalls, VPNs, threat management). Proven experience with managing and supporting multiple network sites and branches Expertise in deploying and managing enterprise-grade Aruba wireless infrastructure. Hands-on experience with Aruba ClearPass for secure device authentication, role-based access, and policy enforcement. Advanced proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Cisco network hardware (routers, switches, WAN/LAN architecture). Strong grasp of general security protocols, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and antivirus integrations. Experience with implementation of SIEM solutions.