Network & Security Implementation Engineer – Dubai

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement advanced Network and Network Security solutions across Campus, Data Center, and WAN environments.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality documentation including High-Level Designs (HLD), Low-Level Designs (LLD), and Non-Functional Requirements (NFR).
• Lead large-scale network and security projects from start to finish.
• Ensure network security best practices are followed through audits of routers, switches, firewalls, change controls, and monitoring systems.
• Design and deploy Cisco ACI single-site or multi-site architectures.
• Implement secure network solutions such as firewalls, VPNs, IPS, NAC, proxy, WAF, and secure remote access.
• Configure and manage security products including Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Check Point firewalls.
• Design, deploy, and manage Cisco SD-Access, SD-WAN, and DNA Assurance solutions.
• Perform network and security assessments to define requirements and build implementation plans.
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues to ensure performance and reliability.
• Work closely with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to achieve timely project delivery.
• Provide training and support to clients on deployed technologies.
• Stay up to date with evolving trends in network and security technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in network and security implementation.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Nexus, and Cisco ACI.
• Proficiency in deploying and managing Cisco security products such as FTD, Umbrella SASE, Cisco ISE, and Email Gateways.
• Experience with Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Check Point firewalls.
• Extensive experience with Cisco SD-Access, SD-WAN, and DNA Assurance.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality documentation (HLD, LLD, NFR).
• Strong understanding of public cloud networking and cloud-native security solutions.
• Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, NSE, or equivalent) are highly desirable.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies with minimal supervision.