Network & Security Operations Engineer

Job Title: Network & Security Operations Engineer Location: Dubai, UAE Contract Duration: 12+ Months Role Overview • We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Security Operations Engineer to manage, maintain, and optimize our enterprise network and security infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of network connectivity, security controls, access management, wireless services, and cloud networking environments. Required Qualifications & Technical Skills Network Access Control & Identity • Hands-on experience with Forescout and Aruba ClearPass. • Strong understanding of 802.1X, certificate-based authentication, MAC authentication, TACACS+, and guest access services. • Experience implementing policy-based access control and network segmentation strategies. Wireless Networking • Proven experience managing Aruba Wireless environments. • Strong knowledge of WLAN design, SSID management, wireless security, and troubleshooting. Routing & Switching • Extensive experience with Cisco routing and switching technologies. • Solid understanding of LAN/WAN architectures, routing protocols, VLANs, and network troubleshooting. • Network Security & SD-WAN • Hands-on experience managing Palo Alto Networks Firewalls. • Experience with Fortinet SD-WAN deployment, operation, and troubleshooting. • Understanding of security best practices, segmentation, and threat mitigation. • Cloud Networking Knowledge of Microsoft Azure Networking services and hybrid cloud connectivity. • Experience supporting cloud-based network and security architectures. • Web Security & Proxy Technologies • Practical experience administering Zscaler and Forcepoint proxy solutions. • Knowledge of web security controls, SSL inspection, content filtering, and secure internet access frameworks. Preferred Certifications • Forescout Certified Administrator (preferred) • CCNP Enterprise • PCNSA / PCNSE • Fortinet NSE 4+ • Aruba ACMP / ACDX • Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or equivalent