IT Network & Infrastructure Engineer

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Network Engineer to maintain and evolve a modern hybrid-infrastructure environment. The role focuses on managing LAN/WAN networks and advanced security devices with a strong emphasis on Fortinet technologies. The successful candidate will work in a supportive team environment that values continuous improvement. Relevant certifications and hands-on experience with AWS or OCI are preferred, with a commitment to enhancing system performance and security.

Qualifications

• Strong Fortinet experience with SD-WAN, VPNs, and log analysis.
• Advanced skills in Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Experience with AWS or OCI in compute and networking.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and manage LAN/WAN/WLAN networks.
• Maintain Windows and Linux server environments.
• Troubleshoot complex end-user and server issues.

Skills

Strong Fortinet experience

Advanced Windows Server skills

Hands-on experience with AWS or OCI

Skilled with VMware or Hyper-V

Relevant certifications

Job description

Overview

This role is central to maintaining and evolving the company's on-premise and cloud infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, high-performing, and resilient.

You will work across networking, server administration, and cloud technologies while serving as the go-to escalation point for complex technical issues.

Client Details

The organisation is a forward-thinking business with a strong focus on secure, reliable technology operations.

Description

Design, configure, and manage LAN/WAN/WLAN networks and advanced Fortinet security devices.

Maintain Windows and Linux server environments, including AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP, backups, and virtualization.

Oversee AWS, Azure, and OCI environments, ensuring secure and efficient hybrid connectivity.

Troubleshoot complex end-user, hardware, and print server issues as the top-level technical escalation point.

Monitor performance, implement improvements, and support disaster recovery and lifecycle management.

Profile

• Strong Fortinet experience (FortiOS, SD-WAN, VPNs, IPS/IDS, log analysis) and solid Layer 2/3 switching capabilities (VLANs, STP, trunking, port security).
• Advanced Windows Server (2012-2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and PowerShell skills; confident with Linux CLI and system management.
• Hands-on experience with AWS or OCI (not both required), including compute, networking, storage, and identity/security concepts.
• Skilled with VMware or Hyper-V virtualization, Veeam (or similar) backups, hardware diagnostics, and lifecycle/patch management.
• Relevant certifications preferred: NSE4, CCNA, AWS or OCI certifications, Microsoft or Linux+ credential

Job Offer

A role with broad technical ownership in a modern hybrid-infrastructure environment.

Work within a supportive team that values autonomy, expertise, and continuous improvement.

Skills

network engineer Fortinet