Sr. Network Security Engineer

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

Job summary

Geidea is seeking a Sr. Network Security Engineer to safeguard the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of network infrastructure across multiple regions including KSA, UAE, India and Egypt.

The role focuses on configuring security devices, maintaining PCI rules, and delivering L3 support while driving documentation and standards. The ideal candidate brings 5-7+ years in a similar role, with vendor certifications such as F5/Palo Alto/FortiGate and a strong FinTech/PCI-DSS background.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT is a plus.
• Vendor certifications like F5, Palo Alto, FortiGate are a must.
• CCIE certificate is a plus.
• Fin-tech background is a plus.
• PCI-DSS background is a plus.
• Knowledge in F5, firewalls and router switches.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the running of Geidea Network security infrastructure in KSA, UAE, India, Egypt smoothly including configuration, monitoring & troubleshooting of CISCO Routers and switches and Firewalls (Fortigate, Palo Alto), F5, and any new technology assigned.
• Configure and maintain all PCI rules for Network and security devices for Geidea PCI Scope.
• Provide and solve L3 level Support & networking complex problems.
• Ensure coverage of all factors that might affect the network and security areas and that the security equipment is installed at the precise network location.
• Maintain backup configuration in a timely manner.
• Prepare and update all documents related to NOC, LAN, WAN & NSP Network infrastructure including HLD, LLD Diagrams.
• Investigate and resolve issues on Geidea network using troubleshooting methodologies.
• Ensure accurate recording of all cases using the Company's ticket management tool and closing within agreed timeframes.
• Share across the network team and enable best practice by involving them for any new configuration or activity in Geidea office, NSP, GMB Acquiring.
• Support and take ownership of any new networking projects.
• Support the team with knowledge share, via knowledge base communications (emails, how-to guides etc.) and contribution at team meetings.
• Ensure tickets' SLAs and KPIs are achieved.
• Ensure escalation procedures, policies and working practices are adhered to.

Skills

Network security

Firewalls

Cisco routers/switches

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

F5

Palo Alto

FortiGate

Cisco IOS

Job description

Established in 2008, Geidea epitomises customer focused empowerment and commercial success through continuous innovation

Geidea makes best in class digital payment solutions available for all by attracting and leveraging the best creative & entrepreneurial talent in the market

Our solutions give any business the chance to get ahead and reach for more no matter their size or maturity.

Our technology mirrors our people - Smart, Innovative & Forward Thinking

To maintain competitive advantage as we grow, we are currently looking for new Sr. Network Security Engineer

Job purpose:

Ensure the integrity, confidentiality and high availability of Network infrastructure including Network Security across all Geidea regions to provide the maximum performance and to meet the defined SLA.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the running of Geidea Network security infrastructure in KSA, UAE, India, Egypt smoothly including configuration, monitoring & troubleshooting of (CISCO Routers and switches) and Firewalls (Fortigate, Palo Alto), F5, and any new technology assigned
• Configure and maintain all PCI rules -For Network and security devices for Geidea PCI Scope
• Provide and solve L3 level Support & networking complex problems.
• Ensure coverage of all factors that might affect the network and security areas and that the security equipment is installed at the precise network location.
• Maintain backup configuration in a timely manner.
• Prepare and update all documents related to NOC, LAN, WAN & NSP Network infrastructure including HLD, LLD Diagrams.
• Investigate and resolve issues on Geidea network using troubleshooting methodologies.
• Ensure accurate recording of all cases using the Company's ticket management tool and closing within agreed timeframes.
• Share across the network team and enable best practice by involving them for any new configuration or activity in Geidea office, NSP, GMB Acquiring.
• Support and take ownership of any new networking projects.
• Support the team with knowledge share, via knowledge base communications (emails, how-to guides etc.) and contribution at team meetings.
• Ensure tickets' SLAs and KPIs are achieved.
• Ensure escalation procedures, policies and working practices are adhered to. Including following up with Network and Telecom suppliers for any new solution or troubleshooting required.
• Ensure all records relating to Service Requests, Incidents, Problems and Knowledge Management are completed accurately and within agreed time frame.
• Adhere to Geidea's information security practices and policies.
• Report events and disturbances jeopardizing security
• Review and apply the best practices related to PCI-DSS & other Security Framework applied by the Network team.

Must have technical/professional qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT is a plus
• CCIE certificate is a plus
• Vendor specific certifications like F5, Palo alto, FortiGate are a must
• Fin-tech background is a plus
• Extensive knowledge in documentation and designing
• PCI-DSS background is a plus
• Knowledge in F5, firewalls and router switches.

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