Network & Security Engineer

Zohorecruit; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Network & Security Engineer in Abu Dhabi to design, implement, and maintain the company’s network and security infrastructure. You will collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure communication, data transfer, and protection from cyber threats.

The role requires hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud networks, plus familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR. Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or related field.
• 3–5 years in network engineering or security roles.
• Experience with routers, switches, firewalls.
• Cloud networking in AWS/Azure/GCP is a plus.
• CCNP, PCNSE, NSE, JNCIA or equivalent certifications.
• Strong TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, VLAN knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain LAN/WAN networks.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless APs.
• Manage VPNs, SD-WAN, and remote access.
• Develop and enforce network security policies.
• Implement IDS/IPS and conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Perform incident response and root cause analysis.
• Monitor network traffic and generate security reports.
• Document configurations and security best practices.

Skills

Network engineering

Security

Troubleshooting

Firewall management

VPN

Cloud networks

TCP/IP

BGP/OSPF

NAC

DNS/DHCP

SDN

Monitoring tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

Wireshark

Cisco ACI

Ansible

Terraform

Python scripting

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 03/04/2025

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network & Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the company’s network and security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of network protocols, security policies, and firewall management, combined with the ability to troubleshoot complex network and security issues.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, efficiency, and performance of all IT systems, enabling secure communication, data transfer, and protection from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

Network Infrastructure Design & Implementation

• Design, deploy, and maintain local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) solutions.
  
• Configure and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  
• Manage and monitor network performance, ensuring optimal uptime and minimal disruptions.
  
• Implement and manage VPNs, SD-WAN, and other remote access technologies.
  

Network Security Management

• Develop and enforce security policies and best practices for network infrastructure.
  
• Configure, monitor and manage firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Checkpoint).
  
• Implement Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
  
• Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  
• Ensure compliance with internal and external security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
  
• Act as the first point of contact for network and security-related incidents.
  
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve network and security issues in a timely manner.
  
• Respond to security alerts and take appropriate action, such as mitigation or escalation.
  
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  

Security Monitoring & Reporting

• Continuously monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
  
• Maintain network security logs and generate reports for management.
  
• Assist with security audits and risk assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities.
  
• Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and other departments to implement network and security solutions.
  
• Provide technical expertise and support to other teams for troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
  
• Document network configurations, security measures, incident resolutions, and best practices.
  

Requirements

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in network engineering or security roles.
• Proven experience with network devices (routers, switches, firewalls) and security technologies (IDS/IPS, VPN,NDR, WAF, Load Balancers).
• Experience with cloud networks and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and network troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in firewall and VPN technologies (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco FTD).
• Experience with network switches & routers (Cisco, Juniper, Huawei)
• Experience with SDN (Cisco ACI)
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark).
• Experience with Load Balancers/WAF (F5, Array)
• Experience with NAC (Cisco ISE, Forescout, Aruba)
• Familiarity with network security best practices, encryption technologies, and secure network design.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting).
• Experience with DNS Security (F5, Infoblox)
• Familiarity with security Email Security tools (e.g., Fortimail, Proofpoint).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).

Working Conditions

• Full-time position with occasional on-call or after-hours support as required.
• Some local travel may be required depending on the nature of the role.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNP), Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, JNCIA, or equivalent certifications.