Network Security Engineer

cander; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is looking for a Network & Security Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The candidate will design, implement, and maintain enterprise network and security infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in network and security engineering, strong knowledge of networking technologies, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role involves implementing firewalls and conducting security assessments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network and security engineering.
• Strong knowledge of networking technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Implement and monitor firewalls, IDS / IPS, and VPNs.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and respond to security incidents.

Skills

Networking technologies (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet)

Firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs

Cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Network monitoring tools

SIEM solutions

Job description

Overview

The Network & Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network and security infrastructure. This role ensures the high availability, performance, and protection of systems supporting mission-critical operations across entertainment and leisure venues.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network engineering and cybersecurity, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Network Management & Support: Design, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN solutions
• Monitor and optimize network performance to ensure availability and scalability
• Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents, minimizing downtime
• Security Operations: Implement, manage, and monitor firewalls, IDS / IPS, and VPNs
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, implementing corrective measures
• Infrastructure Projects: Contribute to IT infrastructure projects, ensuring secure and efficient deployment
• Collaborate with vendors and partners to evaluate and integrate new technologies
• Compliance & Governance: Enforce security policies and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) across IT systems
• Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, configurations, and controls
• Work closely with IT, applications, and operations teams to support business initiatives
• Provide guidance and technical training for junior engineers

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in network and security engineering
• Strong knowledge of networking technologies (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet)
• Firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions
• Cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Experience with security compliance frameworks and risk management
• Industry certifications preferred : CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, NSE, CEH, CISSP, CISM (or equivalent)
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills