Senior Network & Security Engineer (Huawei) | Innovatech | Riyadh, KSA

Innovatech; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovatech in Riyadh, KSA, seeks a Senior Network & Security Engineer to lead Huawei-centric network security solutions, presales, and end-to-end project delivery. You will own RFP analysis, architecture design, and customer briefings, working with sales and project managers.

The role requires 8–10 years of relevant Saudi market experience, HCIP/HCIE certifications, and transferable Iqama. You will configure Huawei devices, develop BOQs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, CS, IT, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive network engineering and cybersecurity experience in the Saudi market.
• HCIP-Security or HCIP-Datacom certifications; HCIE is a strong plus.
• Hands-on Huawei enterprise projects across government and corporate sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead presales evaluations, RFP analysis, and BOQ preparation.
• Deliver technical presentations and architecture briefings to enterprise and government customers.
• Implement, commission, and hand over Huawei network infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions.
• Configure Huawei USG/HiSecEngine, CloudEngine/S Series switches, NetEngine/AR routers.
• Manage AirEngine WLAN systems, IVS, and RTN microwave links.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose vulnerabilities, and resolve integration bottlenecks.

Skills

Huawei expertise

Presales experience

Technical presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Position Summary:

Driving advanced network security architecture, Huawei presales engineering, and end-to-end project delivery in Riyadh, KSA, Innovatech is actively seeking an accomplished Senior Network & Security Engineer for a permanent full-time professional engagement. In this vital technical leadership role, you will analyze complex Request for Proposals (RFPs), architect enterprise network and security solutions, deliver compelling technical presentations to customers, and execute seamless implementation, commissioning, and handover. Bringing 8 to 10 years of robust network security experience within the Saudi market and specialized Huawei expertise, you will empower enterprise and government clients to achieve uncompromised connectivity, cyber defense, and digital resilience. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high executive visibility, and professional growth within a premier regional technology solutions and systems integration enterprise.

Detailed Job Description:

As a Senior Network & Security Engineer supporting Innovatech in Riyadh, KSA, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of Huawei-centric network security solutions spanning presales engineering and project delivery. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring Huawei USG and HiSecEngine firewalls, CloudEngine and S Series switches, NetEngine and AR routers, AirEngine WLAN controllers, IVS video surveillance, and RTN microwave systems, preparing comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BOQs), and collaborating directly with sales teams and senior project managers like Ahmad Adel. You will operate in a collaborative enterprise technology environment while possessing a valid, transferable Iqama and physical residency in Riyadh. Furthermore, you will manage application requirements by submitting your updated CV via direct email to Eng. Ahmad Adel at [e-mail] or via LinkedIn DM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spearhead complex presales technical evaluations, RFP analysis, solution architecture design, and Bill of Quantities (BOQs) preparation.
• Deliver expert technical presentations, solution demonstrations, and architecture briefings to enterprise and government customers alongside sales teams.
• Implement, commission, integrate, and hand over robust Huawei network infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions.
• Deploy and configure Huawei USG / HiSecEngine firewalls, CloudEngine / S Series switches, and NetEngine / AR routers.
• Manage Huawei AirEngine WLAN systems, AC controllers, IVS video surveillance platforms, and RTN microwave transmission links.
• Troubleshoot network anomalies, diagnose security vulnerabilities, and resolve complex integration bottlenecks during project delivery.
• Ensure strict compliance with Saudi enterprise security regulations, industry best practices, and client operational requirements.
• Maintain meticulous technical documentation, network design documents, configuration templates, and project handover logs.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive professional hands-on experience in network engineering and cybersecurity within the Saudi market.
• Strong, demonstrable operational expertise on Huawei enterprise projects across government and corporate sectors.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in Huawei firewalls, switching, routing, WLAN, IVS, and microwave systems.
• Mandatory possession of professional certifications such as HCIP-Security or HCIP-Datacom (HCIE certification is a strong plus).
• Solid practical grasp of multi-vendor network architectures, routing protocols, and enterprise security frameworks.
• Exceptional technical presentation capabilities, problem-solving aptitude, and professional communication skills.
• Mandatory possession of a valid, transferable Iqama and physical residency based in Riyadh, KSA.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Expert-level Huawei Certified Internet Expert (HCIE) certification in Security or Datacom domains.
• Prior professional working experience in top-tier multinational systems integrators, telecom operators, or Huawei tier-1 channel partners.
• Hands-on familiarity with cloud security principles, SDN technologies, and network automation scripting (Python).
• Experience utilizing enterprise IT service management (ITSM) ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira) for project management.
• Proven track record managing large-scale government ICT infrastructure rollouts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Application Information:

• Recruiter: Innovatech Recruitment Division
• Contact Name: Eng. Ahmad Adel (Senior Project Manager)
• Email: `[e-mail]`
• Company Website: https://www.innovatech.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Security Leadership Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Riyadh Huawei Security Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Engagement (Riyadh, KSA / Transferable Iqama Required)

Recruitment Pro Tip:

When applying for this Senior Network & Security Engineer position through Innovatech, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your Huawei HCIP/HCIE certifications, government project track record, presales BOQ experience, and confirmed valid transferable Iqama in Riyadh.