Network Engineer - Operational Technology

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 223,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Network Engineer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to support OT and enterprise networking for the RCRC Phase-2 program. You will coordinate with IT, Cybersecurity, and vendors to maintain secure, resilient infrastructure on-site.

The role covers Linux server administration, VPN connectivity, firewall management, and systems integration across live transportation operations. A strong background in OT and enterprise networks is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 5-10 years of progressive network engineering and OT experience.
• Experience with Linux/Ubuntu server administration and patching.
• Proficient in VLANs, routing, switching, VPNs, and firewall administration.
• Experience with enterprise firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco).

Responsibilities

• Support operation, maintenance, and administration of Parsons iNET server and network infrastructure for the RCRC Phase-2 program.
• Coordinate with RCRC IT and Cybersecurity on requirements.
• Administer Ubuntu and Linux servers, patching, updates, monitoring, troubleshooting.
• Support VPN connectivity between Parsons systems and external stakeholders.
• Support firewall policies, routing configurations, access control requirements.
• Install, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot networking infrastructure (firewalls, routers, switches).
• Coordinate with ITS and integration teams on services, connectivity, and support.
• Participate in MDT and change-management activities, migrations, rollbacks, and recovery.
• Support backup verification, disaster recovery, and resiliency planning.
• Assist with cybersecurity compliance activities (vulnerability management, hardening, access governance).
• Monitor system health and ITS integrations, troubleshoot operations.
• Prepare technical docs, diagrams, procedures, and inventories.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support integrated transportation operations.
• Provide general IT and networking support for the program.

Skills

Network engineering

Cybersecurity

Server administration

Operational technology

Linux administration

Documentation

Coordination

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Cisco

Ubuntu/Linux

VPN

Job description

Network Engineer - Operational Technology Job Snapshot

• Role: Network Engineer
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Industry: I T and Services
• Function: Network and Server Administration
• Experience: 5-10 years of progressive relevant experience
• Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Parsons is seeking a Network Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, supporting the RCRC Phase-2 Traffic Operations Program and Parsons iNET deployment environment. The role covers operational technology, enterprise networking, Linux server administration, cybersecurity coordination, secure connectivity, and systems integration. Working across live transportation operations, the Network Engineer will coordinate with RCRC IT and Cybersecurity teams, Parsons technical teams, contractors, vendors, and external stakeholders to maintain secure and resilient infrastructure.

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Riyadh
• Industry: I T and Services
• Function: Network and Server Administration
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

What You 'll Be Doing

• Support the operation, maintenance, and administration of Parsons iNET server and network infrastructure associated with the RCRC Phase-2 program.
• Coordinate with RCRC IT and Cybersecurity teams on applicable operational, infrastructure, and security requirements.
• Administer Ubuntu and Linux server environments, including patch management, system updates, service monitoring, and operational troubleshooting.
• Support the deployment, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of VPN connectivity between Parsons systems and external stakeholders, including the Saudi Red Crescent Authority and other Riyadh transportation-related agencies.
• Support secure communication pathways, firewall policies, routing configurations, and access control requirements.
• Install, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot networking infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Coordinate with Parsons ITS and integration teams on iNET platform services, application updates, connectivity requirements, and operational support.
• Participate in MDT and change-management activities, including migration support, rollback coordination, operational validation, and system recovery.
• Support backup verification, disaster recovery coordination, and operational resiliency planning for Parsons-managed systems.
• Assist with cybersecurity compliance activities covering vulnerability management, security hardening, access governance, and audit support.
• Monitor operational system health and troubleshoot ITS integrations, communications, and operational technology infrastructure.
• Prepare technical documentation, network diagrams, operational procedures, inventory records, and support reports.
• Coordinate with RCRC departments, contractors, vendors, and Parsons operational teams to support integrated transportation operations.
• Provide general IT and networking support required for operational delivery within the RCRC Phase-2 program.

What Required Skills You 'll Bring

• Bachelor 's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in network engineering, cybersecurity, server administration, or operational technology infrastructure support.
• Experience supporting enterprise or operational technology environments involving networking, firewalls, cybersecurity, and server infrastructure.
• Experience with Linux and Ubuntu server administration, including patching, system updates, service management, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of VLANs, routing, switching, VPN technologies, and firewall administration.
• Experience with enterprise firewall platforms such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessments, access control management, security hardening, and cybersecurity audit coordination.
• Experience supporting high-availability operational environments and multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities within live operational environments.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities.

What Desired Skills You 'll Bring

Experience supporting ITS, transportation operations, smart city, metro, bus, or traffic management environments is desired, together with experience coordinating with government IT and cybersecurity organizations. Familiarity with Juniper, Cisco, HPE, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and virtualization and server technologies is preferred. Experience with disaster recovery, operational resiliency planning, V2X systems, real-time operational communications, transportation technology integrations, and mission-critical operational technology environments will also be valuable. Experience on large-scale transportation or smart mobility programs in the Gulf Region is preferred. Arabic communication skills are preferred but not required.

Preferred Certifications and Technologies

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate.
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP).
• Commvault Certified Professional.
• ITOM Associate Certification.
• Experience or certification in Cisco Data Center Networking technologies.
• Experience with Symantec NetBackup for Windows environments.

Security Clearance Requirement

The position is subject to RCRC operational and cybersecurity approval requirements.

About Parsons

Parsons provides opportunities to contribute to complex transportation and technology programs while working with multidisciplinary teams. The company emphasizes employee development, wellbeing, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity across job levels.