Senior Network Engineer

IDCMPS; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

As per client policy

Job summary

IDCMPS is looking for a Senior Network Engineer in Abu Dhabi to architect and deploy SD-WAN solutions while ensuring enterprise network security. The ideal candidate will provide Level 3 support, manage modernization projects, and develop hybrid cloud networking strategies. Required qualifications include 10+ years of enterprise network experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with networking protocols and security solutions. This position offers benefits as per client policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering required.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of networking protocols and enterprise security solutions.
• Experience with ADNET (Abu Dhabi Government Network) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy SD-WAN solutions for improved network performance.
• Lead modernization projects and manage network security effectively.
• Provide L3 operational support ensuring high availability and strong performance.

Skills

SD-WAN solutions design

Network security management

Advanced troubleshooting

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS)

Hybrid cloud networking

Network performance optimization

Documentation skills

Access management solutions

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Network automation (Python, Ansible)

Tools

Fortinet

Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA)

Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will architect and deploy SD-WAN solutions, strengthen enterprise network security, and lead modernization and infrastructure refresh initiatives. You will provide L3 operational support, ensuring high availability, strong performance, and seamless connectivity across on-prem and cloud networks. This position involves hands‑on design work (HLD/LLD), advanced troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross‑functional IT and cloud teams. You will play a key role in shaping hybrid network strategies involving Azure and Oracle Cloud, while maintaining strong governance and documentation standards.

Requirements

• Design and deploy SD-WAN solutions (Fortinet, Versa, Aruba)
• Manage network security including NGFW, VPN, and UTM solutions
• Lead network modernization and infrastructure refresh projects
• Provide Level 3 support and advanced troubleshooting for complex issues
• Design hybrid cloud networking across Azure environment
• Develop and maintain HLDs, LLDs, SOPs, and detailed network documentation
• Optimize routing, switching, segmentation, and overall network performance
• Lead the implementation and administration of Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions
• Manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions to protect critical credentials and access
• Enhance Network Access Control (NAC) solutions to enforce network security policies and regulate device access
• Ensuring high-speed Network connectivity, resilience, and 99.982% uptime
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering
• Strong hands-on knowledge of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, and VRF
• Proven experience with SD-WAN platforms and enterprise security solutions
• Ability to design and deploy highly available, scalable network architectures
• Solid understanding of hybrid and cloud network integrations
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
• Experience with ADNET (Abu Dhabi Government Network)
• Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with Azure and Oracle Cloud networking; Exposure to network automation (Python, Ansible, APIs); Knowledge of Zero Trust and modern segmentation models; Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, NSE, PCNSE, SD-WAN specialist)

Benefits

• As per client policy