Network & Security Manager — Infra & DR Lead

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking a Manager - Network & Security in Abu Dhabi to lead its LAN/MAN/WAN and security infrastructure. The role demands overseeing policy, DR readiness, and security governance across the group’s schools, with strong collaboration with IT leadership and external partners.

The candidate should have 12+ years in IT networking, relevant certifications, and experience managing complex projects for enterprise networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communications or Computer Engineering is required.
• 12+ years of IT networking experience including administration and project management of IT infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, security standards, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, operate, maintain and monitor Enterprise Network and Security infrastructure (Aruba, Juniper, Cisco, Fortigate, Palo Alto).
• Coordinate with vendors and SI partners to deliver network and security projects.
• Develop performance reports and recommendations to improve network security and efficiency.
• Plan and guide tender documents and technical assessments for network upgrades.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Vendor management

Technical communications

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communications or Computer Engineering

Tools

Aruba

Cisco

Job description

Aldar Education is seeking a Manager - Network & Security in Abu Dhabi to lead its LAN/MAN/WAN and security infrastructure. The role demands overseeing policy, DR readiness, and security governance across the group’s schools, with strong collaboration with IT leadership and external partners.

The candidate should have 12+ years in IT networking, relevant certifications, and experience managing complex projects for enterprise networks.