Network Engineer - Fortinet | UniFi | Events & MSP (Dubai, UAE)
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About the Role
Purple Rock IT Solutions seeks a hands-on Network Engineer for field-heavy deployment and MSP support in Dubai. You will configure Fortinet firewalls, deploy UniFi wireless networks, and manage temporary event infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
- Configure, deploy, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure for MSP clients
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, access points, and related network services
- Manage routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless environments across MSP client sites
- Deploy and manage enterprise wireless and wired networks for large scale events (500 20,000+ users)
- Configure high density UniFi wireless deployments with VLAN segmentation and guest isolation
- Set up bonded cellular and SD WAN uplinks using Peplink for event connectivity and failover
- Monitor bandwidth utilization and network performance during live events
- Provide on site support during build up, live operations, and de rig including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Diagnose and resolve network connectivity, performance, and security issues for MSP clients
- Perform root cause analysis for recurring incidents and implement permanent corrective actions
- Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio
- Document configurations, IP schemes, topology diagrams, and SOPs
Requirements
- Hands on experience configuring and deploying Fortinet FortiGate firewalls (VPN, firewall policies, NAT, SD WAN)
- Hands on experience deploying and managing Ubiquiti UniFi wireless networks, including controllers, APs, and switching
- Confirmed event or temporary network deployment experience
- Currently based in the UAE on a valid residence or employment visa
- 3 6 years of experience in network deployment and support
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in IT, Networking, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, STP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and VPN
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays for event and project work
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About Purple Rock IT Solutions
- Purple Rock IT Solutions is a Dubai based IT infrastructure, networking, and systems integration company delivering enterprise IT solutions, managed services, and large scale event technology deployments across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
- Projects range from corporate offices and managed IT environments to international events, exhibitions, sporting venues, and temporary network deployments.
Role Overview
- We are looking for a hands on Network Engineer who is equally comfortable on a project site at 11pm during an event build up as they are configuring a FortiGate firewall for an MSP client the next morning.
- This is a field heavy, deployment focused role and is not suitable for candidates seeking purely desk based, NOC only, or remote positions.
- You will work across two environments: MSP clients and event & project deployments.
Mandatory Technical Requirements
- Hands on experience configuring and deploying Fortinet FortiGate firewalls (VPN, firewall policies, NAT, SD WAN). Please specify which models you have worked with.
- Hands on experience deploying and managing Ubiquiti UniFi wireless networks, including UniFi controllers, APs, and switching. Please specify your largest deployment.
- Confirmed, documentable event or temporary network deployment experience.
- Currently based in the UAE on a valid visa with the right to work.
Network Infrastructure
- Configure, deploy, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, access points, and related network services.
- Manage routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless environments across MSP client sites.
- Perform firmware upgrades, security updates, preventive maintenance, and optimisation activities.
Event Network Support
- Deploy and manage enterprise wireless and wired networks for large scale events (500–20,000+ users), including exhibitions, sporting events, conferences, and activations.
- Configure high density UniFi or equivalent wireless deployments with proper VLAN segmentation and guest isolation.
- Set up bonded cellular and SD WAN uplinks using Peplink or equivalent for event connectivity and failover.
- Monitor bandwidth utilisation and network performance during live events.
- Provide on site support during build up, live operations, and de rig — including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Troubleshoot network issues calmly and effectively under time critical, high visibility conditions.
Troubleshooting & MSP Support
- Diagnose and resolve network connectivity, performance, and security issues for MSP clients.
- Perform root cause analysis for recurring incidents and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Support MSP clients through remote and on site troubleshooting.
- Participate in escalation support for critical incidents and service outages.
Project Delivery
- Support network implementation, migration, expansion, and infrastructure upgrade projects.
- Participate in site surveys, wireless heatmap surveys (Ekahau or equivalent), and solution deployment.
- Work closely with project managers, technical teams, and vendors.
Documentation
- Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
- Document configurations, IP schemes, topology diagrams, and SOPs.
- Prepare technical reports and change records.
Requirements
- 3–6 years of experience in network deployment and support.
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Networking, Computer Science, or related field.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, STP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and VPN.
- Proven ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Genuine willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays for event and project work.
- Valid UAE residence or employment visa — no relocation or visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Fortinet NSE / FCP certification.
- Experience with Cisco/Meraki, Aruba, Peplink, Sophos, or Ruijie solutions.
- Wireless heatmap survey experience using Ekahau or NetSpot.
- Experience in MSP environments managing multiple clients simultaneously.
- Event network deployment experience at scale (500+ users).
- CCNA/CCNP, Ubiquiti UEWA, or Peplink certifications are an advantage.
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