Senior Network Security Architect

Royal Cyber -; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm based in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Principal Network Security Architect. In this role, you will lead a team of network security engineers, design and manage complex security solutions using Fortinet, Cisco, and F5 technologies. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in network security, a strong background in cloud security, and be proficient in scripting. Certifications such as CCIE Security are preferred. This position requires leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network security.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with cloud security solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• 5+ years of experience leading and managing teams.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, deployment, and management of network security solutions.
• Conduct security risk assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for security best practices.
• Mentor junior network security engineers.

Skills

Network Security Expertise

NGFW and Security Solutions

Firewall and Load Balancer Expertise

Cloud Security

Scripting and Automation

Network Protocols

Security Frameworks

Education

CCIE Security or equivalent certification

Tools

Fortinet

Cisco

F5

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Principal Network Security Architect

Experience: 10+ years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Security Engineer to lead our network security team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, deploying, and managing complex network security solutions, with expertise in Fortinet, Cisco, Firewall, VMware, and F5 technologies, particularly Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco Firepower, and Load Balancer solutions.

Technical Requirements

• Network Security Expertise: 10+ years of experience in network security, with expertise in Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer), Cisco (ASA, Firepower, ASDM), Firewall, VMware, and F5 (BIG-IP LTM, BIG-IP ASM) technologies; strong understanding of network security concepts, protocols, and architectures (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.)
• NGFW and Security Solutions: Experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and security analytics platforms; proven track record of designing, deploying, and managing complex network security solutions, including migration and deployment of Fortinet and Cisco solutions
• Firewall and Load Balancer Expertise: Strong experience with Fortinet FortiGate and Cisco ASA/Firepower firewalls; expertise in configuring and troubleshooting firewall rules, NAT, and VPNs; experience with F5 BIG-IP LTM and BIG-IP ASM for load balancing and web application security
• Cloud Security: Experience with cloud security solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud); knowledge of cloud security architectures and best practices
• Scripting and Automation: Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.); experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc.)
• Certifications: CCIE Security or equivalent certification (CISSP, CISA, etc.)
• Network Protocols: Strong understanding of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, etc.); experience with network segmentation and isolation techniques
• Security Frameworks: Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.); experience with compliance and regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.)

Job Requirements

• Experience Requirements:
• 1. Leadership and Management: 5+ years of experience leading and managing teams of network security engineers; proven track record of successful project delivery and team management
• 2. Migration and Deployment: 5+ years of experience with migration and deployment of complex network security solutions, including Fortinet and Cisco solutions; proven track record of successful project delivery
• 3. Network Security Operations: Experience with operating and maintaining complex network security solutions; strong understanding of network security best practices
• 4. Collaboration and Communication: Experience with collaborating with cross-functional teams; strong communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, deployment, and management of complex network security solutions using Fortinet, Cisco, and F5 technologies
• Conduct security risk assessments and develop mitigation plans
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
• Conduct gap analyses and develop remediation plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are followed
• Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies
• Lead and mentor junior network security engineers