Senior Network Security Engineer

Sandbox Security; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer with at least 6 years of experience, including a minimum of 2 years in GCC environments. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in network security architecture, SD-WAN, and datacenter operations. Responsibilities include managing enterprise-scale operations and adapting to support critical business activities as needed. The role offers a competitive salary range and requires specific technical expertise with various security tools and certifications.

Qualifications

• 6+ years overall experience; 2+ years in GCC enterprise environments.
• Hands‑on with Fortinet SD‑WAN & Firewalls, Check Point & Cisco ASA/Firepower.
• Strong knowledge in LAN/WAN, BGP/OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, and datacenter security.

Responsibilities

• Handle enterprise‑scale operations in network security.
• Support critical business activities beyond standard hours.

Skills

Network security architecture

SD-WAN

Datacenter operations

Fortinet SD-WAN

Check Point and Cisco firewalls

IPS/IDS

DNS security

ZTNA

SASE principles

LAN/WAN

BGP/OSPF

VPNs

VLANs

Datacenter security

Integrating security tools

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Fortinet SD-WAN

Check Point

Cisco ASA/Firepower

SIEM

NAC

Endpoint protection

Job description

Job Position - Senior Network Security Engineer

Company Name - Sandbox Security

Salary: AED 13,000 - 14,000

Location: Dubai

Experience: 6+ years (GCC experience mandatory)

Positions: 1

With strong expertise in network security architecture, SD-WAN, and datacenter operations, the role requires hands‑on experience with Fortinet SD‑WAN, Check Point, Cisco firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS security, ZTNA, and SASE principles.

The candidate must be adaptable, capable of handling enterprise‑scale operations, and flexible to support critical business activities beyond standard hours.

Mandatory Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 6+ years overall experience; 2+ years in GCC enterprise environments
• Hands‑on with Fortinet SD‑WAN & Firewalls, Check Point & Cisco ASA/Firepower, IPS/IDS, DNS security, ZTNA & SASE
• Strong LAN/WAN, BGP/OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, datacenter security knowledge
• Integrating security tools like SIEM, NAC, endpoint protection
• Fortinet NSE 4‑7, CCNP Security, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, Zscaler ZCP, or SASE certifications desirable

Application Process

Interested candidates with UAE experience can apply via email your CV at [e-mail].