Network & Security Expert

CNTXT; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

CNTXT is seeking a Network & Security Expert to design, implement, and maintain secure cloud network architectures in Riyadh. You will lead initiatives, mentor engineers, and collaborate with IT teams to enforce security policies and generate detailed incident reports.

The role requires deep expertise in routing, firewalls, VPNs, IAM, load balancing, and cloud platforms, with strong leadership and communication skills to align stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure operations and security design.
• Expertise in enterprise network design and routing protocols (BGP/OSPF/ISIS).
• Strong firewall and VPN deployment knowledge (FortiGate, Palo Alto, GlobalProtect, DMVPN).
• Identity and access management with Cisco ISE.
• Experience with load balancers (F5, A10) and wireless controllers (Cisco WLC).
• Cloud and virtualization proficiency (Oracle Cloud, Cloudflare, VMware).
• Certifications such as CCNP Security, PCNSE, NSE1, PMP preferred.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable cloud network architectures.
• Lead security initiatives and mentor junior engineers.
• Deploy and manage perimeters with firewalls, VPNs, and security appliances.
• Perform risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Develop and maintain network topologies and security docs.
• Collaborate across IT teams to enforce security policies and incident reports.

Skills

Multi-cloud experience

BGP/OSPF/ISIS

STP/HSRP/VRRP

FortiGate

Palo Alto

GlobalProtect/DMVPN

Cisco ISE

F5/A10

Cisco WLC

Oracle Cloud

Cloudflare

VMware

CCNP Security

PCNSE

NSE 1

PMP

Leadership

Communication

Tools

FortiGate

Palo Alto

GlobalProtect

DMVPN

Cisco ISE

F5

A10

Cisco WLC

Job description

We are Hiring: Network & Security Expert!

Are you a seasoned Network & Security professional with a passion for designing resilient cloud infrastructure and driving cutting-edge security postures?

We are looking for a Network & Security Expert to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reporting directly to the General Manager of Managed Services & Customer Support. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement, and maintain secure cloud network architectures while leading technical initiatives and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture & Implementation: Design and execute secure, scalable network architectures tailored for enterprise environments.
• Perimeter Defense: Deploy, configure, and manage high-performance firewalls, VPNs, and security appliances to maintain robust security perimeters.
• Risk Management & Testing: Perform regular network assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
• Policy & Incident Management: Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to enforce strict security policies, resolve complex network issues, and produce detailed incident reports.
• Documentation & Governance: Develop and maintain thorough, up-to-date network topologies and security documentation.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior engineers, building technical capability and driving continuous knowledge sharing across the team.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of proven hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure operations, design, and automation within multi-cloud environments.
• Routing & Switching: Deep expertise in enterprise network design and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS) and switching features (STP, HSRP, VRRP).
• Firewalls & VPNs: Advanced expertise in firewall platforms (FortiGate, Palo Alto) and secure VPN deployments (GlobalProtect, DMVPN).
• Identity & Access Management: Strong proficiency in managing Cisco ISE for device authentication and security policy enforcement.
• Traffic & Wireless: Extensive experience with load balancers (F5, A10) and wireless network controllers (Cisco WLC).
• Cloud & Virtualization: Practical experience with cloud networks (Oracle Cloud, Cloudflare) and virtualization platforms (VMware).
• Certifications: CCNP Security, PCNSE, NSE 1, and PMP (or equivalent certifications) are strongly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving skills, strong leadership presence, and outstanding communication skills for stakeholder alignment.

Core Competencies

• Threat & Vulnerability Management
• Security Policy & Compliance
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship
• Department: Managed Services & Customer Support