L1.5 Network Security Engineer (FortiGate, Palo Alto & Cisco FMC/FTD) | LanceSoft | Dubai

LanceSoft; Dubai; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LanceSoft in Dubai is seeking an L1.5 Network Security Engineer for a 1-year extendable contract to drive security policy enforcement and firewall administration across FortiGate, Palo Alto, and Cisco/FMC platforms. The role requires hands‑on experience and collaboration with IT infrastructure teams to ensure secure connectivity and reliable networks.

The successful candidate will have 2–3 years of progressive security experience, CISCO/Aruba wireless expertise, and a track record of incident

Formación

• 2–3 years of hands‑on network security and firewall experience.
• Experience with FortiGate and Palo Alto NGFW platforms.
• Proficiency in Cisco FMC/FTD and basic routing/switching.
• Experience with Cisco/Aruba wireless networks and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Deploy, configure and administer FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Manage Cisco FMC and FTD security appliances.
• Perform basic routing, switching, VLAN configuration, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Administer Cisco/Aruba wireless networks and guest access.
• Monitor security telemetry and respond to alerts.
• Maintain incident logs, diagrams and runbooks.

Conocimientos

Network security

Incident troubleshooting

Technical collaboration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT/Cybersecurity

Herramientas

FortiGate

Palo Alto

Cisco FMC

FTD

Cisco routing & switching

Cisco/Aruba wireless

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

Driving advanced network security operations, firewall administration, and infrastructure protection in Dubai, LanceSoft is actively seeking an accomplished L1.5 Network Security Engineer for a 1-year extendable contract engagement. In this vital technical operations role, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of FortiGate firewalls, Palo Alto networks, Cisco FMC and FTD platforms, basic routing and switching infrastructure, and Cisco/Aruba wireless systems. Bringing 2 to 3 years of progressive professional experience in network security and firewall management, you will empower an elite digital and information technology enterprise to achieve uncompromised network security, secure connectivity, and superior infrastructure reliability. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, international enterprise exposure, and professional growth within a leading global workforce solutions and recruitment enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As an L1.5 Network Security Engineer supporting LanceSoft on a professional contract basis in Dubai (1 year extendable contract), you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of security policy enforcement, firewall administration, incident troubleshooting, and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Your day-to-day responsibilities include deploying, configuring, and monitoring FortiGate firewalls and Palo Alto security platforms, administering Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), executing basic routing and switching configuration, managing Cisco and Aruba wireless network environments, diagnosing and resolving network security alerts, collaborating proactively with infrastructure and IT support teams, and interacting directly with talent acquisition specialists like Syeda Mahi.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and administer enterprise next-generation firewalls specializing in FortiGate and Palo Alto platforms.
• Manage and monitor Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) security appliances.
• Execute basic routing, switching, VLAN configuration, and network connectivity troubleshooting across enterprise domains.
• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco and Aruba wireless access points, controllers, and guest authentication networks.
• Monitor real-time security telemetry, firewall audit logs, threat intelligence feeds, and intrusion detection alerts.
• Implement rigorous security hardening, access control lists (ACLs), security policies, and endpoint protection rules.
• Collaborate proactively with cross-functional IT infrastructure, helpdesk, and cybersecurity engineering squads.
• Maintain meticulous incident logs, network diagrams, configuration backups, and operational security runbooks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of progressive professional hands-on experience in network security, firewall administration, and IT support.
• Strong, demonstrable operational expertise in FortiGate firewalls and Palo Alto next-generation security platforms.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in Cisco FMC, FTD, basic routing, and switching technologies.
• Deep practical experience with Cisco and Aruba wireless network administration and troubleshooting.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving aptitude, technical diagnostic capabilities, and professional stakeholder communication skills.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and physical availability for professional operations in Dubai.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional vendor certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), NSE 4 Network Security Expert, or PCNSA.
• Prior professional working experience supporting Tier-1 financial institutions, telecommunications providers, or managed security services.
• Hands-on familiarity with scripting automation (Python, Bash) and network observability platforms (Grafana, Zabbix).
• Experience utilizing enterprise agile tracking and IT service desk platforms (Jira, ServiceNow, Remedy).
• Active participation in cybersecurity user groups, network engineering meetups, or professional technical forums.

Application Information

• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise IT Security Consulting Package
• Work Schedule: On-Site Professional Operations in Dubai
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Dubai L1.5 Network Security Engineer Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Contract Duration: 1 Year Contract (Extendable)
• Company Website: https://www.lancesoft.com

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this L1.5 Network Security Engineer position through LanceSoft in Dubai, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your FortiGate/Palo Alto firewall tenure, Cisco FMC/FTD administration experience, and wireless networking skills.