Network Engineer

Client of ITHR 360° CONSULTING FZE; Dubai; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to enhance their networking infrastructure. The ideal candidate will manage secure and scalable network systems, implement firewall policies, and ensure high system availability and redundancy. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in IT and relevant industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in enterprise-level network engineering.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, PCNSA/PCNSE, or Fortinet NSE are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain secure and scalable LAN/WAN and wireless networks.
• Implement and maintain firewall policies using Palo Alto and FortiGate devices.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve network performance and connectivity issues.

Skills

Cisco switching and routing

FortiGate Firewalls

Knowledge of networking protocols

VPN administration

Network security enforcement

Experience with network monitoring tools

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineerto manage and enhance our organization's networking infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Cisco and Arubanetworking technologies, as well as Palo Alto and FortiGatefirewalls. This role involves network design, configuration, security enforcement, and day-to-day support across our offices and project sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain secure and scalable LAN/WAN and wireless networks.
• Manage and monitor network equipment, including Cisco switches and routers, and Aruba wireless access points.
• Implement and maintain firewall policies using Palo Alto and FortiGatedevices.
• Ensure high availability and redundancy of network systems.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve network performance and connectivity issues.
• Administer VPNs and remote access solutions for on-site and remote staff.
• Ensure network security through proper segmentation, monitoring, and threat mitigation practices.
• Document configurations, procedures, and network diagrams.
• Support the IT team in broader infrastructure and security projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in enterprise-level network engineering.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, PCNSA/PCNSE(Palo Alto), or Fortinet NSE are highly desirable.
• Proven experience with:
• Cisco switching and routing
• FortiGate Firewalls
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, etc.).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG).

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