Network Engineer (Implementation & Support)

TAT IT Technolgies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider is seeking a Network Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role requires hands-on experience in network security, routing, switching, and wireless technologies. Candidates must hold certifications such as CCNP or equivalent, with a preference for skills in Cisco ACI and SD-WAN. The successful applicant will implement and troubleshoot enterprise networks and support hybrid connectivity. Strong communication skills and relevant degree required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on delivery/support for Network, Security, and Wireless.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to execute tasks following high-level designs within project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Deliver firewall functions and configure routing protocols.
• Support enterprise Wi-Fi implementations and site surveys.

Skills

Network security

Routing & switching

Wireless networking

L2/L3 troubleshooting

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or a related field

Tools

Cisco ACI

Cisco SDA

Fortinet FortiGate

Palo Alto PAN-OS

Cisco Secure Firewall

Job description

Overview

We have an urgent requirement for Network Engineer (Implementation + Support) is required for our banking client in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Network Engineer with strong hands-on experience in network security, routing & switching, and wireless is must. Are you CCNP (Enterprise / Security / Data Center) / HCIP / JNCIA / JNCIS / JNCIP certified (Either one) is MUST.

Role Summary

• Network Engineer with strong hands-on experience in network security, routing & switching, and wireless. Exposure to Cisco ACI, Cisco SD-Access (SDA), SD-WAN, Juniper Apstra, Huawei iMaster, NAC, and cloud/hybrid networking is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Network & Security (Core)
• Implement, configure, and troubleshoot routers, switches, and firewalls in enterprise environments.
• Deliver firewall functions: policies, NAT, IPSec/SSL VPN, HA, routing, and hardening.
• Configure R&S: VLANs, trunking, STP, LACP/EtherChannel, HSRP/VRRP, and OSPF/BGP (as required).
• Execute cutovers, migrations, upgrades, backups/restores, and post-change validation.
• Firewall Platforms (Mandatory – at least one)
• Fortinet FortiGate (policy/NAT/VPN/UTM/HA/upgrades/backups)
• Palo Alto PAN-OS (policy/NAT/App-ID/User-ID basics/VPN/security profiles/HA/operations) Cisco Secure Firewall (FTD) with FMC (ACP/NAT/VPN/HA/logging/troubleshooting)
• Common expectations: rule optimization & segmentation, VPN (S2S + remote), HA failover testing, monitoring/logging, upgrades, backup/restore, basic AAA/RADIUS/AD integration.
• Wireless
• Implement and support enterprise Wi-Fi: controller/AP provisioning, SSIDs, authentication, roaming, RF tuning.
• Wireless site survey/reporting (e.g., Ekahau) is a plus.
• Modern Networking / SDN

Support Deployments/exposure To

• Cisco ACI (tenant/VRF/BD/EPG basics, fabric operations)
• Cisco SDA (controller-based campus & segmentation concepts)
• Juniper Apstra (intent-based DC fabric operations)
• Huawei iMaster / iMaster NCE (management/orchestration exposure)
• SD-WAN
• Support/implement SD-WAN: site onboarding, overlays/underlays, templates, app-aware routing, DIA breakout, QoS.
• NAC
• Assist with NAC: 802.1X, MAB, profiling, guest/BYOD, AAA/RADIUS/AD integration.
• Exposure to Cisco ISE / Aruba ClearPass / FortiNAC is preferred.
• Cloud / Hybrid Networking
• Support hybrid connectivity: site-to-cloud VPN, routing and segmentation/security controls.
• Working knowledge of VPC/VNet, subnets, route tables, security groups/NACLs is a plus.
• Documentation & Stakeholder Handling
• Produce as-built documentation, configurations, test reports, and handover packs.
• Coordinate with OEM TAC and collaborate with PM/Pre-sales/Tech leads.

Required Skills (Must-Have)

• 3–5 years hands-on delivery/support for Network + Security + Wireless.
• Strong L2/L3 troubleshooting, RCA, and customer communication.
• Ability to execute from HLD/LLD, follow change control, and deliver within project timelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications/Communications Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications Preferred (any)

• Cisco: CCNP (Enterprise / Security / Data Center)
• Huawei: HCIP
• Juniper: JNCIA / JNCIS / JNCIP
• Added Advantage:
• Fortinet: NSE 4 / 7
• Palo Alto: PCNSA / PCNSE
• Exposure to ACI/SDA/Apstra/iMaster, SD-WAN, NAC, and basic automation (Ansible / Python / APIs).