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Network and Security Engineer

Cyber Core for Information Technology
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Mid
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1 months ago
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Job Summary

  • Seeking a highly skilled Network and Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure and reliable network systems while providing expert support for operational needs.
  • Based in Abu Dhabi, this role focuses on safeguarding the organization’s network infrastructure, managing security solutions, and ensuring the integrity of systems against evolving cyber threats.
  • The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in both networking and cybersecurity, with proven experience in deploying and managing secure network environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Configure, support, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and related network security infrastructure.
  • Work with Layer 2 and Layer 3 network technologies, including VLANs, trunking, routing, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentation.
  • Support site to site VPNs, remote access VPNs, IPsec configurations, and secure connectivity solutions.
  • Troubleshoot network, firewall, routing, switching, and VPN related issues in customer environments.
  • Assist in the deployment and support of secure communication, encryption, PKI, and authentication related solutions.
  • Participate in client site installations, testing, commissioning, and support activities.
  • Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including implementation notes, network diagrams, configurations, and support reports.
  • Escalate complex issues when required while maintaining proper follow up and ownership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
  • 3 to 6 years of hands on experience in network engineering, network security, or infrastructure support.
  • Strong understanding of routing and switching fundamentals.
  • Practical experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN solutions.
  • Good knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, NAT, ACLs, DHCP, DNS, routing, and firewall policies.
  • Understanding of routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP.
  • Experience with IPsec VPNs, site to site VPNs, and remote access VPNs.
  • Deep understanding of encryption, PKI, certificates, authentication, and secure communication.
  • Ability to analyze logs, understand packet flow, and troubleshoot technical issues logically.
  • Experience with vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Sophos, Juniper, Aruba, or similar technologies.
  • Good documentation and reporting skills.

Certifications

  • CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or equivalent experience is mandatory.
  • Palo Alto, Cisco or other firewall vendor certifications.
  • Basic cybersecurity or information security certifications.

Work Environment and Availability

  • Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.
  • On site availability with occasional remote work flexibility, as required.
  • On call rotation for critical incidents and emergencies.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work on advanced security projects in a dynamic and growing organization.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including professional development opportunities.
  • Contribute to protecting critical infrastructure in a high impact role.

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