Network Sr. Specialist

ARO Drilling; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

ARO Drilling is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to monitor, maintain, and optimize enterprise networks across LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless systems. You will support satellite communications for remote and offshore sites, administer ClearPass, and leverage SolarWinds for proactive performance tuning.

The role requires securing VPNs, BGP/OSPF, DNS/DHCP, and firewall rules while addressing security threats and participating in capacity planning and incident management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Network Engineering or related field.
• Industry certifications such as CCIE, CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or Aruba Certified preferred.
• Experience with enterprise wireless (Aruba, Cisco), ClearPass, and SD-WAN is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of WAN optimizers, firewalls, VPNs, and IP networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network systems including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless infrastructure.
• Support and optimize satellite communication connectivity for remote and offshore sites.
• Administer and configure network access control systems (e.g., Aruba ClearPass).
• Utilize network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds for proactive issue detection and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, and firewall rules.
• Support WAN optimization appliances and technologies to enhance remote connectivity.
• Perform advanced network configurations including VPN, BGP, OSPF, ACLs, QoS, and NAT.
• Manage and respond to security threats using IDS/IPS and assist in network hardening activities.
• Assist in capacity planning, documentation, and upgrades of network infrastructure.
• Participate in incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide on-call and after-hours support as needed and support remote site connectivity issues.

Skills

IP Networking

Routing & Switching

Wireless Design & Troubleshooting

Network Monitoring (SolarWinds)

VPN & WAN Technologies

Security & Firewall Basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Network Engineering / Telecommunications or related

Tools

CCIE

CCNA

CCNP

CompTIA Network+

Aruba Certified

Job description

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network systems including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless infrastructure.
• Support and optimize satellite communication (LEO/GEO) connectivity for remote and offshore sites.
• Administer and configure network access control systems (e.g., Aruba ClearPass).
• Utilize network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds for proactive issue detection and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, and firewall rules.
• Support and configure WAN optimization appliances and technologies to enhance remote connectivity.
• Perform advanced network configurations including VPN, BGP, OSPF, ACLs, QoS, and NAT.
• Manage and respond to security threats using IDS/IPS and assist in network hardening activities.
• Assist in capacity planning, documentation, and upgrades of network infrastructure.
• Participate in incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide on-call and after-hours support as needed and support remote site connectivity issues.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Industry certifications such as CCIE, CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or Aruba Certified are preferred.
• Experience with enterprise wireless (e.g., Aruba, Cisco), ClearPass, and SD-WAN are highly desirable.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with WAN optimizers, firewalls, VPNs, and IP networking protocols
• Familiarity with satellite communication technologies (LEO/GEO) is an advantage.

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of IP networking, routing, switching, and subnetting.
• Experience with enterprise wireless design, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to monitor, interpret, and act on network alerts and trends (e.g., via SolarWinds).
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot complex network topologies and protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.