Cyber Security Engineer
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ABOUT US Entelyst is a Qatar-based IT system integrator and cybersecurity consulting firm serving government and enterprise clients across Qatar and the GCC. We’re hiring a core technical engineer to deploy, configure, and support network and security infrastructure at client sites.
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About Us
Entelyst is a Qatar-based IT system integrator and cybersecurity consulting firm serving government and enterprise clients across Qatar and the GCC.
We’re hiring a core technical engineer to deploy, configure, and support network and security infrastructure at client sites.
The Role
- Deploy and configure firewalls, switches, wireless controllers, and security appliances at client sites
- Implement and fine-tune Fortinet, Sophos, Barracuda, and Palo Alto solutions end-to-end
- Configure and manage SD-WAN, WAF, VPN tunnels, and network segmentation
- Set up and manage EDR platforms across client endpoints
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting of network and security issues — Layer 2 to Layer 7
- Execute change requests, firmware upgrades, and patch management on security devices
- Respond to security incidents — investigate, contain, and resolve
- Maintain accurate as-built documentation, network diagrams, and configuration records
- Liaise with vendors on technical escalations and RMAs
Core Technology Stack
Firewalls & Security: Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto NGFW, Sophos XGS/XDR, Barracuda, WAF, IPS/IDS, VPN (IPSec/SSL)
Networking: Managed Switches (L2/L3), Wireless/Wi-Fi (802.11), VLAN, QoS, OSPF, BGP basics, SD-WAN
Endpoint & Cloud: EDR platforms, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Azure (basic — VNets, NSGs, identity), SIEM basics, Email Security
Requirements
- 3–4 years of hands-on, post-sales / field engineering experience
- Strong practical skills deploying and configuring Fortinet, Sophos, Barracuda, or Palo Alto — not just theory
- Solid networking fundamentals — routing, switching, VLANs, wireless
- Hands-on experience with SD-WAN and WAF configuration
- Experience managing EDR solutions across enterprise endpoints
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure basics
- Ability to work independently on client sites with minimal supervision
- Strong troubleshooting mindset — owns problems until resolved
- English proficiency required.
Preferred Certifications
- NSE 4 / NSE 5 (Fortinet), PCNSE (Palo Alto), Sophos Certified Engineer, CCNA / CCNP, CompTIA Security+, AZ-500 (Azure Security)
- Hands-on exposure to complex, real-world client environments across government and enterprise sectors in Qatar
- Career growth into senior engineer or team lead roles
- Vendor certification support (Fortinet, Sophos, Palo Alto)
- Stable, established firm with 18+ years in the Qatar IT market
To Apply
Send your CV to:hr@entelyst.com.qa
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