Freelance IT Network Engineer – Fortinet, UniFi, Events, MSP

Jobtailor; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced network engineer to deploy and support large-scale event networks. You will configure LAN/WAN, Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, and Ubiquiti UniFi wireless systems across MSP clients, with strong VPN, SD-WAN, and VLAN skills.

The role requires 2–4 years of deployment experience, a IT/networking degree, and readiness to work evenings and holidays on-site at multiple client sites.

Qualifications

• Based in KSA with valid residency or visa; no relocation.
• Fortinet FortiGate firewalls with VPN and SD-WAN experience.
• Ubiquiti UniFi wireless deployments expertise.
• 2–4 years of network deployment and support.
• Diploma or Bachelor's in IT/Networking.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure.
• Manage MSP client sites with routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless.
• Perform firmware upgrades, security updates, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide on-site support during events, including evenings and holidays.
• Document configurations, IP schemes, topology, and SOPs.
• Create network diagrams using Visio and produce technical reports.

Skills

Fortinet FortiGate

Ubiquiti UniFi

Event network deployment

TCP/IP networking

SD-WAN

VPN

Troubleshooting

Field support

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in IT/Networking

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Ekahau

NetSpot

Cisco Meraki

Aruba

Peplink

Job description

• Configure, deploy, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, access points, and related network services.
• Manage routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless environments across MSP client sites.
• Perform firmware upgrades, security updates, preventive maintenance, and optimisation.
• Deploy and manage enterprise wireless and wired networks for large-scale events serving 500–20,000+ users.
• Configure high-density UniFi or equivalent wireless deployments with VLAN segmentation and guest isolation.
• Set up bonded cellular and SD-WAN uplinks using Peplink or equivalent for event connectivity and failover.
• Monitor bandwidth utilisation and network performance during live events.
• Provide on-site support during build-up, live operations, and de-rig, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Troubleshoot network issues under time-critical, high-visibility conditions.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity, performance, and security issues for MSP clients.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support MSP clients through remote and on-site troubleshooting.
• Participate in escalation support for critical incidents and service outages.
• Support network implementation, migration, expansion, and infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Participate in site surveys, wireless heatmap surveys, and solution deployment.
• Work with project managers, technical teams, and vendors.
• Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• Document configurations, IP schemes, topology diagrams, and SOPs.
• Prepare technical reports and change records.

Requirements

• Must currently be based in the KSA on a valid residence or employment visa and have the right to work; no relocation or visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
• Hands-on experience configuring and deploying Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, including VPN, firewall policies, NAT, and SD-WAN; specify models worked with.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing Ubiquiti UniFi wireless networks, including UniFi controllers, APs, and switching; specify largest deployment.
• Confirmed, documentable event or temporary network deployment experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in network deployment and support.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Networking, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, STP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and VPN.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays for event and project work.
• Fortinet NSE / FCP certification preferred.
• Experience with Cisco/Meraki, Aruba, Peplink, Sophos, or Ruijie solutions preferred.
• Wireless heatmap survey experience using Ekahau or NetSpot preferred.
• Experience in MSP environments managing multiple clients simultaneously preferred.
• Event network deployment experience at scale (500+ users) preferred.
• CCNA/CCNP, Ubiquiti UEWA, or Peplink certifications are an advantage.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in configuring and deploying network infrastructure, including Fortinet FortiGate firewalls and Ubiquiti UniFi wireless networks. Proven ability to manage large-scale event networks and troubleshoot under pressure while providing exceptional client support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Fortinet FortiGate Firewall Configuration
• Ubiquiti UniFi Wireless Network Management
• Event Network Deployment Experience
• TCP/IP, Subnetting, Routing, Switching
• Fortinet NSE / FCP Certification

Hard Skills

• Network Configuration
• Troubleshooting
• Firmware Upgrades
• Root Cause Analysis
• VLAN Segmentation
• SD-WAN Setup
• Bandwidth Monitoring
• Network Performance Optimization
• Documentation of Network Configurations
• Event Network Support

Soft Skills

• Ability to Work Independently
• Pressure Management
• Client Support

Certifications & Qualifications

• Fortinet NSE / FCP Certification
• CCNA
• CCNP
• Ubiquiti UEWA
• Peplink Certification

Industry Keywords

• LAN
• WAN
• Wireless Network Infrastructure
• MSP Environment
• Event Network Deployment
• Network Services
• VPN
• Security Updates
• Preventive Maintenance
• High-Density Wireless Deployments

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Visio
• Ekahau
• NetSpot
• Cisco/Meraki
• Aruba
• Peplink
• Sophos
• Ruijie