Network Senior Engineer

Farah Experiences LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 293,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading experience management company in the United Arab Emirates is looking for a Network Administrator to manage and monitor IT networks, ensuring their reliability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience and relevant Cisco certifications. This role includes leading a team and executing network projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in Network Administration.
• 2+ years managing large migrations and cloud adoptions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior team members in managing networks.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts; coordinate incident response.
• Administer and support network hardware/software.
• Execute network projects within budget and timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular security assessments and manage risk exposure.
• Collaborate in IT audits and ensure secure deployment.

Skills

Advanced routing and switching (Cisco preferred)

Firewalls, segmentation, and security controls

Wireless networks and RF design

Data center networking and high-availability architectures

Monitoring and analysis tools

Network hardening and compliance standards

Vendor technology management

Basic automation/scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE

CISSP certification

Job description

Join Us at Miral Experiences

Miral Experiences is a region’s leader in the management and operation of world‑class, award‑winning immersive attractions and experiences across Abu Dhabi. Our diverse portfolio includes some of the most iconic entertainment and leisure destinations, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, and TeamLab. Phenomena Abu Dhabi, and CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, as well as cultural treasures like Qasr Al Watan.

Role Overview

As part of the Miral Network Team, you will manage and monitor IT networks across Microsoft Azure Cloud and on‑premises environments. This includes designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures, ensuring reliability, security, and performance, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support business operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior team members in managing VOIP, LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts; coordinate incident response and resolution.
• Administer and support network hardware/software (switches, routers, firewalls, IPS, load balancers).
• Execute network projects (upgrades, migrations, expansions) within budget and timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans; manage risk exposure for Azure environments.
• Collaborate in IT audits and ensure secure deployment of new technologies.

Qualifications & Certifications

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE.
• CISSP certification.

Desirable:

• MBA.
• Project Management Certification (Waterfall & Agile).
• Knowledge of ISO27001 standards.
• CISM or additional security certifications.

Experience

Essential:

• Minimum 10 years in Network Administration.

Desirable:

• 2+ years managing large migrations and cloud adoptions.

Technical Skills (Hard Skills)

• Advanced routing and switching (Cisco preferred), troubleshooting complex networks.
• Firewalls, segmentation, and security controls (FortiGate, Cisco ISE, ACLs, VPN, NGFW).
• Wireless networks and RF design.
• Data center networking and high‑availability architectures.
• Monitoring and analysis tools (NetFlow, SNMP, Syslog, NMS/SIEM).
• Network hardening and compliance standards.
• Vendor technology management and escalation handling.
• Basic automation/scripting for operational efficiency.

Soft Skills & Behavioral Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong ownership.
• Analytical problem‑solving under pressure.
• Clear communication and ability to explain technical issues simply.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Collaboration and teamwork across NOC, SOC, vendors, and internal teams.
• Adaptability and accountability in meeting SLAs and project timelines.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re passionate about people, service, and creating a workplace where colleagues feel supported and valued — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Miral Experiences — where your work helps shape unforgettable moments every day.