Network Development Director

Manpower Professional; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global agricultural company in Dubai is seeking an experienced MEA Network Administrator to enhance network infrastructure support. Responsibilities include optimizing network performance, implementing backup procedures, and managing network resources. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, Cisco Certification, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This is a 3-month extendable contract position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing and supporting Windows Servers.
• Experience with Network Switches, Routers, and Firewalls is essential.
• Cisco Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective technical resources for systems and end-users.
• Advise on network optimization and recommendations for improvement.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery procedures.

Skills

Windows server management

Network optimization

Cisco technologies

Remote access setup

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience

Tools

Windows Servers

Cisco Switches/Routers

Firewalls

Job description

Our client, a leading global agricultural and soft commodities house, is seeking to recruit a MEA Network Administrator. You will be reporting to the MEA Regional Infrastructure Manager.

PLEASE NOTE : This is a 3-month extendable contract.

JOB PURPOSE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our client is strengthening its support operations throughout the Middle East & Africa. We are looking for an experienced Network Administrator to ensure its corporate network infrastructure is running at an optimal level.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide effective technical resources for systems and end-users.
• Advise on network optimization and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Implement backup and DR procedures for networking equipment.
• Manage all aspects of supporting the network infrastructure.
• Attend regular meetings to provide updates on network-related topics.
• Facilitate the rollout and upgrade of new network equipment.
• Monitor the network and provide statistics and trends related to network infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing and supporting Windows Servers, Network Switches / Routers, and Firewalls.

Cisco Certification.

Skills & Competencies :

Demonstrated knowledge of Windows servers and desktop products (Active directory, DNS, Windows 2003, 2008 server, Win7a plus).

Ability to set up remote access for users.

Working knowledge of current communications devices and protocols, server, and desktop technologies (Cisco, CheckPoint).

Ability to order hardware / software service and technical support contracts with local vendors.

Manage multiple projects, activities, and tasks simultaneously.

Facilitation and change management skills.

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