Resident Network Engineer

Madre Integrated Engineering; Qatar; On-site; QAR 182,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is looking for an experienced Resident Network Engineer based in Qatar. The role involves managing and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure, focusing on Cisco networking technologies and F5 load balancers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-6 years of hands-on experience with strong troubleshooting skills. Key responsibilities include configuring Cisco network devices, monitoring network performance, and implementing security measures.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Working knowledge of F5 BIG-IP or similar load balancing technologies.
• Ability to work independently in an on-site environment.

Responsibilities

• Configure, monitor, and support Cisco network devices including routers and switches.
• Perform troubleshooting for LAN, WAN, and wireless network issues.
• Manage and support Cisco IOS/IOS-XE device upgrades and patches.

Skills

Cisco networking technologies

TCP/IP

VLANs

Routing protocols

Network security

Troubleshooting skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

F5 BIG-IP

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Resident Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco networking technologies and working knowledge of F5 load balancers. The role requires on-site presence to manage, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Cisco-Focused Responsibilities (Primary)
• Configure, monitor, and support Cisco network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for LAN, WAN, and wireless network issues.
• Implement VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), and network segmentation.
• Manage and support Cisco IOS/IOS-XE device upgrades and patches.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security events.
• Support Cisco security solutions such as ACLs, VPNs, and firewall rule management.
• Perform network changes, maintenance activities, and documentation updates.
• F5 Responsibilities (Secondary)
• Monitor and manage F5 BIG-IP load balancers.
• Perform basic configuration and health checks of virtual servers, pools, and nodes.
• Support SSL certificate updates and basic troubleshooting of F5 services.
• Assist with F5 firmware upgrades under guidance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3–6 years of hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, and network security.
• Working knowledge of F5 BIG‑IP or similar load balancing technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and ticketing systems.
• Ability to work independently in an on‑site environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CCNA / CCNP (preferred)
• F5 certification (optional, nice to have)