Senior Network & Security Programs Lead

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking a senior Manager for Network & Security in Abu Dhabi. You will lead and implement enterprise-grade network and security infrastructure, drive policy, and coordinate disaster recovery planning across AE entities.

Ideal candidates have 12+ years in IT networking, with hands-on expertise in Juniper, Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortigate products, plus certifications such as CCNA/CCNP. A strategic thinker and strong vendor manager will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication or Computer Engineering
• CCNA/CCNP/CCNA Security or equivalent MSCE certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform POC’s and assessment for different tech projects such as upgrades, conversions, infrastructure replacements and improvements.
• Be the subject matter expert in all network & security technologies and provide direction and guidance to IT management and assist in their decision making.
• Manage and supervise system integrators and principal manufacturers to design, implement, and deliver network and security projects.
• Develop wireless performance data, metrics, algorithms, and reports to measure and track client, attendee, and staff wireless experiences against service standards.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Vendor management

Project management

Networking knowledge

Security standards

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication or Computer Engineering

CCNA/CCNP/CCNA Security or equivalent MSCE

Tools

Juniper

Cisco

Aruba

Palo Alto

Fortigate

SolarWinds

PRTG

VMware SRM

Job description

Aldar Education is seeking a senior Manager for Network & Security in Abu Dhabi. You will lead and implement enterprise-grade network and security infrastructure, drive policy, and coordinate disaster recovery planning across AE entities.

Ideal candidates have 12+ years in IT networking, with hands-on expertise in Juniper, Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortigate products, plus certifications such as CCNA/CCNP. A strategic thinker and strong vendor manager will thrive here.