Cloud Architect - Network and Security

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Architect to design and implement network and security infrastructures in Data Centre On-Prem Campus and Public Cloud environments with an emphasis on Azure cloud. The candidate will have experience in technical solution proposals designing implementing integrating and migrating Network Security solutions. As an Architect/Technical Lead the candidate will be responsible for leading technical solution proposal workshops effort estimation for projects vendor engagements BoQ preparation client interactions supervising network and security deployment configurations and maintaining infrastructures. Key Responsibilities: Design and Implement various Data center networking technologies including data center fabric (Spine & Leaf topology with Cisco ACI Juniper Apstra) and SDN (such as VMware NSX-T).Design and Implement Core and Perimeter firewalls for different technology providers such as Cisco Palo-Alto Fortinet and Juniper in on-prem and Public Cloud environments (mainly Azure cloud)Design and Implement the Network and Security environment on the Public Clouds with main focus on Azure cloud including the Landing-Zone and related Network Security components (native cloud and 3rd parties services) as per the design.Migration of on-prem infrastructure to public/private cloud environment and between On-Prem locationsDesign implement connectivity including Azure ExpressRoute Virtual WAN and VPN connections for Azure hybrid cloud environmentsConduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans of Azure resources and ensure alignment Azure Well Architected frameworkDesign and Implement Azure Security Center Azure Sentinel and other security monitoring toolsDevelop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for Azure based systemsStay up to date with the latest Azure networking and security features and best practicesDesign & Implement Email Security solutionDesign and Implement VPN solutionDesign and Implement of Identity and Access management solutionDesign and Implement IPT and Collaboration environmentDesign and Implement Wireless networksDevelop and maintain High level Design (HLD) and low-level designs (LLD) documents Network-Security diagrams Network-Security installation configuration & guides support procedures test plans and runbookPrepare the required Rack diagrams cabling power and capacity requirements work closely with the Passive infrastructure teams to ensure cabling power capacity are met and as required for Data Center hosting.Work closely with 3rd party technology providers when required.Conduct user acceptance testing and fully support the implementation team to troubleshoot any issues during the implementation phasePlan and execute the Operation Readiness process and Handover to end userDue-diligence exercises and information gathering for clients network-security infrastructure Working closely with the Pre-Sales team to review the RFPs and proposing the required Solutions. Project Management: Supporting the project scope gather client requirements manage communicationsIdentify project tasks/activities and develop project schedules.Collaborate with team members and project stakeholdersEffectively communicate project objectives and goalsComplete project activities on time within budget and within scopeSolve problems quickly effectively communicate solutions and associated risksManage expectations and meet deadlines Project Deliverables: Develop implementation plansPrepare the Technical Solution Proposal documentPrepare the High-Level Design (HLD) documentPrepare the Low-Level Design (LLD) documentPrepare Network Implementation Plan (NIP) documentPrepare Network Migration Plan (NMP) documentPrepare Network Ready For Use (NRFU) document Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related Engineering field Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500) certification (Preferred) with additional certifications such as AZ-700 (Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions) (Preferred)Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305) certification (Must)Cisco Certified Internetwork Routing and Switching/Security/Data Center (CCIE)(preferred)Cisco Certified Network Professional in Collaboration (CCNP Collaboration) (preferred)Palo Alto (PCNSE) or Fortinet NSE Certification (Must)VMware VCIX-NV (preferred)Azure solution Architect certified (preferred)F5 LTM/GTM certificate or equivalent vendor certificate (Preferred)ITIL foundation certification Soft Skills & Experience: Exceptional English communication skills (both written and verbal).Prior experience working effectively with international clients.Ability to work independently manage time efficiently and meet deadlines within Gulf Standard Time (GST) working hours.At least 13 years experience in Network Security field with minimum of 2 years in Architect Role.Hands-on experience on designing and implementi