Network Engineer - Event Deployment (6 months contract)

Purple Rock IT Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider in Dubai seeks a skilled Network Engineer – Event Deployment to design and manage temporary networks for high-profile events. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong skills with Fortinet firewalls, and a collaborative approach to working in fast-paced settings. Benefits include exposure to landmark events and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

International event exposure

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities to grow into consulting roles

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Network Engineer or in event/exhibition network deployments.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls (configuration, policies, segmentation).
• Strong knowledge of Ubiquiti UniFi access points, switches, and controllers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deploy, and configure temporary wired and wireless networks for events.
• Manage uplinks, ensuring redundancy and load balancing.
• Provide on-ground support during build-up and live event operations.

Skills

Network deployment expertise

Hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls

Strong knowledge of Ubiquiti UniFi

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

Relevant networking certifications

Tools

Visio

Fortinet

Ubiquiti UniFi

Job description

Overview

Purple Rock IT Solutions is seeking a skilled Network Engineer – Event Deployment to join our team. In this role, you will design, deploy, and manage temporary network infrastructures for high-profile events and exhibitions. You will work with Fortinet firewalls and Ubiquiti UniFi access points/switches, ensuring secure, high-performance connectivity under tight timelines.

This role requires adaptability, hands-on expertise, and the ability to deliver in fast-paced event environments.

This position will be offered on a contractual basis with the option to transition into a full-time role. A minimum contract period of 6 months will apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deploy, and configure temporary wired and wireless networks for events and exhibitions.
• Manage uplinks, ensuring redundancy and load balancing.
• Install, configure, and manage Fortinet firewalls for network security, segmentation, and traffic management.
• Deploy, optimize, and troubleshoot Ubiquiti UniFi access points and switches.
• Implement and manage captive portals for guest and user access.
• Use reporting, monitoring, and testing tools to validate network performance and reliability.
• Conduct site assessments to determine network requirements prior to deployment.
• Collaborate with project managers to document network designs using Visio or similar tools.
• Support integration of multi-vendor solutions within the event network setup (e.g., Cisco, Peplink).
• Provide on-ground support during build-up, live event operations, and de-rig phases.
• Ensure proper handover and post-event documentation of deployed networks.
• Proficiency in Fiber connectivity, encompassing both single-mode and multimode connections.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Network Engineer or in event/exhibition network deployments.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls (configuration, policies, segmentation).
• Strong knowledge of Ubiquiti UniFi access points, switches, and controllers.
• Experience implementing and managing captive portals for guest access.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and standard networking protocols.
• Proficiency with Visio (or equivalent tools) for documenting network designs.
• Ability to use network performance testing and monitoring tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve complex issues quickly.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with ability to work alongside non-technical staff.
• Experience with speed testing tools and expertise in Peplink devices.
• Flexibility to travel and work extended hours during build-up and live event phases.

Preferred

• Previous experience in UAE/KSA event deployments.
• Multi-vendor network experience (Cisco, Peplink, etc.).
• Knowledge of structured cabling for temporary setups.
• Arabic language proficiency (advantage).
• Relevant networking certifications (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, or equivalent).

Benefits

• Be part of landmark events across the GCC with international exposure.
• Work with a dynamic team delivering under challenging and exciting conditions.
• Diverse and collaborative work environment.
• Exposure to enterprise-grade infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities to grow into consulting or specialist roles.
• Supportive leadership team that values technical excellence.