Senior Network Security Engineer
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About the Role
The American University in the Emirates is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of network and cybersecurity infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of the University's network and cybersecurity infrastructure
- Develop and maintain secure network architectures and security standards aligned with institutional objectives
- Manage and support enterprise security solutions including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, endpoint protection, web security gateways, NAC systems, and SIEM platforms
- Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing reviews, and remediation planning
- Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and proactively recommend security improvements
- Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks
- Lead incident response activities, forensic investigations, root cause analysis, and post incident reviews
- Ensure compliance with applicable security regulations, standards, and audit requirements
- Administer and optimize Cisco routers, switches, LAN/WAN infrastructure, wireless networks, and security appliances
- Manage Microsoft 365 Security, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Windows Servers, Linux Servers, virtualization platforms, and cloud security controls
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field
- CCNP Security is required
- Minimum 7 10 years of progressive experience in Network Security Engineering and Cybersecurity
- Minimum 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise security solutions and secure network architectures
- Expert knowledge of network security architecture, security frameworks, and best practices
- Advanced hands on experience with enterprise firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, and VPN technologies
- Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related discipline preferred
- Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent highly desirable
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Job Purpose
- The American University in the Emirates is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the University's network and cybersecurity infrastructure.
- The role is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enterprise systems and data through advanced security controls, proactive threat management, risk mitigation, and security governance.
Qualifications & Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Master's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related discipline is preferred.
- CCNP Security is required; CCIE Security is an advantage.
- Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent are highly desirable.
Experience
- Minimum 7 10 years of progressive experience in Network Security Engineering and Cybersecurity.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise security solutions and secure network architectures.
- Proven experience in higher education, large enterprise environments, or complex multi site infrastructures is preferred.
- Experience leading security projects and mentoring junior engineers and administrators.
Skills / Training / Knowledge
- Expert knowledge of network security architecture, security frameworks, and best practices.
- Advanced hands on experience with enterprise firewalls (Fortinet, SonicWall, Cisco, Palo Alto, etc.), IDS/IPS solutions, SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, and VPN technologies.
- Strong expertise in Microsoft 365 Security Suite, Azure Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Zero Trust security principles.
- In depth knowledge of database, operating system, cloud, and application security.
- Experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, threat intelligence, and incident response.
- Thorough understanding of cybersecurity standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, and GDPR principles.
- Strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, security auditing, compliance requirements, and governance frameworks.
- Experience with Linux, Windows Server, VMware, Hyper V, and cloud based infrastructures.
- Expertise in disaster recovery planning, business continuity, digital forensics, and security incident investigations.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, TCP/IP, VLANs, WAN technologies, and wireless security.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of the University's network and cybersecurity infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain secure network architectures and security standards aligned with institutional objectives and industry best practices.
- Manage and support enterprise security solutions including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, endpoint protection, web security gateways, NAC systems, and SIEM platforms.
- Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing reviews, and remediation planning.
- Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and proactively recommend security improvements and mitigation strategies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks.
- Lead incident response activities, forensic investigations, root cause analysis, and post incident reviews.
- Ensure compliance with applicable security regulations, standards, and audit requirements.
- Administer and optimize Cisco routers, switches, LAN/WAN infrastructure, wireless networks, and security appliances.
- Manage Microsoft 365 Security, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Windows Servers, Linux Servers, virtualization platforms, and cloud security controls.
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