Network Engineer (Hybrid Infrastructure & Cloud)

Dicetek LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Dicetek LLC seeks a senior IT Network and Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain enterprise networks and cloud connectivity. You will manage secure Azure hub-and-spoke architectures, enforce segmentation, and oversee vulnerability assessments and incident response with service partners.

Strong governance and documentation practices are essential. The role requires 7–10 years in enterprise networking/security, CCNA, and deep knowledge of firewall/VPN technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• CCNA certification mandatory or strongly preferred; CCNP an advantage.
• Experience with enterprise networking including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, VPNs, firewall techs, and security monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain IT network and security infrastructure across on-premises and cloud.
• Architect Azure networking with hub-and-spoke topology and secure east-west traffic controls.
• Lead change management for network configurations and security policies.
• Coordinate with MSPs for SOC/NOC operations and incident response.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and document network topology and firewall rules.
• Monitor performance, ensure availability, conduct RCA, and optimize QoS and routing.

Skills

CCNA

Azure

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline

Job description

Administer and maintain all IT Network and Security aspects configure and install various network devices and services e g Routers Switches Firewalls Perform maintenance and upgrades for managed network and network security devices including firmware upgrades hotfixes hardening and security configuration changes Design and operate Azure network connectivity using hub and spoke architecture to enforce segmentation secure routing and controlled east west traffic flows Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure Select and implement security tools policies and procedures in conjunction with the company s security team Integrate comprehensive metrics into the security posture of the organization Identify areas of weakness and vulnerability and recommends changes to meet security standards Facilitate security vulnerability assessments for internal and external penetration testing Provide technical direction and guidance to other Security Engineers Information Technology and the business to align with regulatory security requirements Monitor Network performance and ensure system availability and reliability Review the logs of all devices collected through Security Event Log Manager Device Provide Level-2 3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues Liaise with vendors and customer IT personnel for problem resolution Ensure all Network and system configuration are appropriately documented Cloud Management Governance Network Security Scope Design implement and maintain secure cloud network architectures including Virtual Networks Subnets NSGs Route Tables VPN Gateways and ExpressRoute connectivity Enforce cloud networking governance standards including IP addressing schemes segmentation policies and security zoning Ensure compliance with cloud security best practices and regulatory requirements for network isolation and traffic control Implement and maintain cloud firewall policies network access controls and secure connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments Monitor cloud network usage and optimize routing and bandwidth utilization Support cloud security posture management by enforcing least privilege access and secure connectivity models Participate in cloud architecture reviews to ensure network resiliency scalability and high availability Managed Service Partner Coordination Act as technical focal point for managed service providers handling network operations SOC NOC and security monitoring services Coordinate incident response activities with service partners during network outages or security events Review managed service performance reports and ensure SLA and KPI compliance Validate vendor configuration changes and security updates before production deployment Participate in service review meetings and provide technical feedback on operational improvements Support onboarding of new vendors and technologies including knowledge transfer sessions and technical documentation validation Escalate critical operational risks and performance gaps to IT management Performance Optimization Troubleshooting Continuously monitor network performance latency throughput and packet loss across LAN WAN and cloud connectivity Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimization strategies including QoS tuning routing optimization and firewall rule cleanup Perform root cause analysis RCA for major incidents and recurring network or security issues Conduct proactive health checks on firewalls switches routers and VPN gateways Optimize security device performance by reviewing logging levels policy efficiency and inspection rules Support capacity planning and forecast network growth requirements Participate in disaster recovery testing and network resilience validation Collaboration Documentation Work closely with Infrastructure Cloud Application and Information Security teams to ensure end-to-end network and security alignment Maintain up-to-date network topology diagrams firewall rule documentation IP address management records and cloud architecture diagrams Document standard operating procedures SOPs for network operations incident handling and security changes Support audit activities by providing network configuration evidence and security compliance documentation Participate in change advisory board CAB meetings and contribute technical risk assessments Share technical knowledge with junior engineers and operations teams through internal documentation and training sessions Essential: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related discipline.

Desirable

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Mandatory or Strongly Preferred.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Advantage
• Fortinet NSE (NSE 4 / NSE 5 / NSE 7) or equivalent firewall certification
• Strong experience in enterprise networking including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, VPN, firewall technologies, and LAN/WAN infrastructure management.
• Strong experience in implementing and managing firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, WAF, Zero Trust security models, vulnerability management tools, and SIEM-based SOC/NOC security monitoring.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure networking services, hybrid cloud connectivity, and implementation of cloud security controls and governance best practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work under pressure, maintain accurate documentation, communicate effectively with stakeholders and vendors, and participate in on-call and shift-based operations.

Skills

• CCNA
• Azure
• NetworkingExperience: 7–10 years of experience in enterprise network and security environments, preferably within Banking, Financial Services, or regulated industries