Senior Network Security Architect & Leader

American University; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The American University is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer to enhance their network security and cybersecurity infrastructure. This role demands extensive experience in network security and managing security projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, including at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position involves collaboration with various stakeholders and an emphasis on innovations and improvements within the university’s security posture.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in Network Security Engineering.
• Proven experience in higher education or complex infrastructures.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CCNP Security are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of cybersecurity infrastructure.
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability tests.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on security projects.

Skills

Network Security Architecture

Advanced Threat Management

Incident Response

Security Certifications

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's Degree in Information Security

Tools

Cisco

Firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto)

Microsoft 365 Security Suite

SQL databases

Job description

The American University is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer to enhance their network security and cybersecurity infrastructure. This role demands extensive experience in network security and managing security projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, including at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position involves collaboration with various stakeholders and an emphasis on innovations and improvements within the university’s security posture.