Engineer - Network Security

Desired Educational Background

Preferred Certifications

• Networking/Switching : JNCIS-ENT Specialist ( Apstra, QFX, EVPN/VXLAN JNCIS-DC )
• Security: Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE4/7, FTD
• Load Balancer & VPN : F5 , Pulse Secure

Language Requirement

• Good written and verbal communications skills are essential for documentation and report writing.
• English / Arabic +English Speaker

Desired Experience

• 5–7 years’ hands-on experience in managing enterprise network and security infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Juniper switches (standalone, clustered, Apstra).
• Experience with application-centric switching and automation platforms.
• Expertise in security devices: Palo Alto, Fortinet, F5 Load Balancers, Pulse Secure VPN.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in network and security domains.
• Experience working in 24x7 enterprise/NOC environments with on-call support.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and communication skills
• Maintain detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), design documentation, and configuration records .

Job Specific Skills

• Manage and maintain core switching and ToR switching across Juniper platforms.
• Administer and optimize application-centric switching environments via Apstra.
• Isolate, diagnose, and resolve routing and switching incidents.
• Configure, modify, and maintain network policies, VLANs, NATs, and routing protocols.
• Perform installation/re-installation of network devices in case of failures/crashes.
• Manage F5 Load Balancers, including SSL offloading and virtual server configurations.
• Administer Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama, Fortinet Firewalls/Fortianalyzer/Sandbox, and Pulse Secure VPN devices.
• Support firmware upgrades, vulnerability tracking, and patch management across all devices.
• Ensure high availability and stability of security appliances and VPN connectivity

Technical

• 24/7 support coverage including weekend as on call basis
• Must be willing to respond to critical incidents during off-hours as required.

Behavioral

• Highly Empathetic.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible hours.
• Patient, Motivated self-starter.
• Excellent communication with the team.
• Displays positive professional outlook and behavior .

Operational

• Detailed Roles and Responsibilities:

Network Infrastructure Management

• Manage and maintain Core Switching and Top-of-Rack (ToR) Switching across Cisco and Juniper platforms, including environments managed by Apstra.
• Oversee both standalone and clustered switch deployments, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Perform routing configuration and troubleshooting (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, static routing) to ensure efficient traffic flow.
• Install, re-install, and recover devices in case of system crashes or hardware failures.
• Ensure synchronization and replication of configurations between Production and DR (Disaster Recovery) data centers.
• Maintain and manage IP Addressing schemes, VLAN configurations, and NAT rules for private–public zone connectivity

• Security Device Administration

• Manage and configure firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers, including:
• Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama
• Fortinet Firewalls, FortiAnalyzer, and Sandbox
• F5 Load Balancers (including SSL offloading and virtual server setup)
• Pulse Secure VPN devices
• Monitor and maintain network traffic utilization, security policies, and VPN connectivity.
• Perform firmware upgrades and apply vendor-recommended patches to enhance security posture.
• Conduct vulnerability tracking, patch management, and remediation in line with organizational security requirements

About Us

About The Team