Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet Specialist)
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About This Role
Apr 1, 2026
Experience: 9–10+ Years (Mandatory: UAE Government sector experience)
About Stellar Technologies
**Stellar Technologies** is a leading IT solutions and services provider specializing in enterprise digital transformation, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and managed services across the UAE and GCC.
We partner with government and enterprise clients to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance technology environments.
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly experienced **Senior Network Engineer (Fortinet Specialist)** to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across the Fortinet ecosystem and a proven track record in delivering secure, large-scale network infrastructures within UAE government environments.
This role will be critical in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade network and security solutions across on-premise and cloud platforms.
1. Network & Security Infrastructure
- Design, deploy, and manage **Fortinet Firewall (FortiGate)** solutions for both perimeter and internal security.
- Configure and maintain **Fortinet Core Switches, Access Switches, and FortiAP (Access Points)**.
- Implement secure network architectures including segmentation, routing, and SD-WAN.
- Deploy and manage **Fortinet WAF (FortiWeb)** for application security.
- Administer **FortiAnalyzer** for logging, monitoring, reporting, and audit compliance.
- Manage **Load Balancer solutions** ensuring high availability and optimal traffic distribution.
- Lead Fortinet firewall implementations and policy management on **Microsoft Azure**.
- Conduct periodic security assessments and optimize infrastructure continuously.
2. Cloud & Security Implementations
- Lead end-to-end Fortinet security deployments across **on-premise and cloud environments**.
- Integrate Fortinet solutions with **Azure security services and cloud workloads**.
- Ensure adherence to **UAE government cybersecurity standards and frameworks**.
3. Operations & Support
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and security issues.
- Collaborate with internal teams and government stakeholders for seamless project delivery.
- Prepare detailed **technical documentation, network diagrams, and change management records**.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers.
- Coordinate with vendors for escalations and advanced technical support.
Required Skills & Expertise
- 9–10+ years of experience in **network and security engineering within UAE Government projects**.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
+ Fortinet Firewalls (FortiGate)
+ Fortinet Switching & Wireless (Core, Access, FortiAP)
+ Fortinet WAF (FortiWeb)
- + FortiAnalyzer
- + Fortinet deployments on Azure Cloud
- + Load Balancers (Fortinet or third-party)
- + End-to-end Fortinet security implementations
- Strong knowledge of:
- + Routing & Switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP)
- + VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
- + Zero Trust architecture and network segmentation
- + High availability and redundancy design
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to perform in **mission-critical, high-pressure environments**
Preferred Certifications
- Fortinet NSE4 / NSE5 / NSE6 / NSE7 / NSE8
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
- Microsoft Azure Network Engineer or equivalent
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (preferred)
Why Join Stellar Technologies
- Opportunity to work on **high-impact UAE government projects**
- Exposure to **cutting-edge cybersecurity and cloud technologies**
- Collaborative and growth-driven environment
- Strong leadership and technical mentorship culture
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