Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 11/22/2024 
 We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network & Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the company’s network and security infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of network protocols, security policies, and firewall management, combined with the ability to troubleshoot complex network and security issues.
 
 You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security, efficiency, and performance of all IT systems, enabling secure communication, data transfer, and protection from cyber threats.
 
 Network Infrastructure Design & Implementation:   
-  Design, deploy, and maintain local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) solutions.
  -  Configure and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  -  Manage and monitor network performance, ensuring optimal uptime and minimal disruptions.
  -  Implement and manage VPNs, SD-WAN, and other remote access technologies.
   
 Network Security Management:  -  Develop and enforce security policies and best practices for network infrastructure.
  -  Configure, monitor, and manage firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Checkpoint).
  -  Implement Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
  -  Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  -  Ensure compliance with internal and external security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
  -  Act as the first point of contact for network and security-related incidents.
  -  Investigate, analyze, and resolve network and security issues in a timely manner.
  -  Respond to security alerts and take appropriate action, such as mitigation or escalation.
  -  Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
   
 Security Monitoring & Reporting:  -  Continuously monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
  -  Maintain network security logs and generate reports for management.
  -  Assist with security audits and risk assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities.
  -  Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and other departments to implement network and security solutions.
  -  Provide technical expertise and support to other teams for troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
  -  Document network configurations, security measures, incident resolutions, and best practices.
   
 Requirements  
 Required Qualifications:  
 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
 
 Certifications:   
-  Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), JNCIA, or equivalent certifications.
  -  Additional certifications (e.g., Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Fortinet, AWS Certified Security Specialty) are a plus.
   
 Required Experience:  -  Minimum 3-5 years of experience in network engineering or security roles.
  -  Proven experience with network devices (routers, switches, firewalls) and security technologies (IDS/IPS, VPN, NDR, WAF, Load Balancers).
  -  Experience with cloud networks and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
   
 Required Skills:  -  Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and network troubleshooting.
  -  Proficiency in firewall and VPN technologies (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco FTD).
  -  Experience with network switches & routers (Cisco, Juniper, Huawei) 
 -  Experience with SDN (Cisco ACI) 
 -  Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark).
  -  Experience with Load Balancers/WAF (F5, Array) 
 -  Experience with NAC (Cisco ISE, Forescout) 
 -  Familiarity with network security best practices, encryption technologies, and secure network design.
  -  Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  -  Strong written and verbal communication skills.
   
 Preferred Qualifications:  -  Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting).
  -  Experience with DNS Security (F5, Infoblox) 
 -  Familiarity with security Email Security tools (e.g., Fortimail, Proofpoint).
  -  Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS)
  
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