Senior Specialist - Network And Security

e7 Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

e7 Group seeks a Senior Specialist - Network and Security to lead the management, optimization, and protection of its enterprise network and cybersecurity environment. The role spans on-premises and cloud, ensuring secure, resilient IT infrastructure and business continuity.

Responsibilities include design and management of LAN/WAN/WLAN/SD-WAN, firewall and SIEM governance, cloud security across Azure, M365, and AWS, and incident response with adherence to ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Net Eng/Cybersecurity.
• 8+ years of enterprise networking and cybersecurity experience.
• Strong expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Aruba, VMware, and Microsoft cloud technologies.
• Knowledge of routing, switching, SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls, SIEM, EDR, IAM, and vulnerability management.
• Certifications such as CCNP, CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, Fortinet NSE, PCNSE or equivalent desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management.
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or diversified group environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud environments.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to ensure secure and reliable operations.
• Manage cybersecurity technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, email security, access controls, and vulnerability management.
• Support cloud security across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS, and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Lead technical response activities for cybersecurity incidents, network outages, and security remediation efforts.
• Support security governance, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.

Skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Net Eng/Cybersecurity

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Aruba

VMware

Microsoft technologies

Azure

Microsoft 365

Cloud networking

Job description

Job Description:

Job description:

Senior Specialist - Network and Security

We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist - Network and Security to lead the management, optimization, and protection of e7 Group’s enterprise network and cybersecurity environment. This role is responsible for ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing IT infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments while supporting business continuity and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud environments.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to ensure secure and reliable operations.
• Manage cybersecurity technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, email security, access controls, and vulnerability management.
• Support cloud security across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS, and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Lead technical response activities for cybersecurity incidents, network outages, and security remediation efforts.
• Support security governance, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.
• Deliver infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity enhancement, and technology transformation initiatives.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers to ensure effective service delivery and adherence to SLAs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in enterprise networking and cybersecurity within medium to large organizations.
• Strong expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Aruba, VMware, Microsoft technologies, Azure, Microsoft 365, and cloud networking.
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, SD-WAN, wireless technologies, VPNs, firewalls, SIEM, EDR, IAM, and vulnerability management.
• Experience in cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, governance, and risk management.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, Fortinet NSE, PCNSE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, project delivery, and technical documentation skills.
• Experience within manufacturing, logistics, industrial, or diversified group environments is an advantage.

Join e7 Group and be part of a dynamic organization committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth across diverse industries.