Senior Network Engineer | IDC Technologies UAE | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer | IDC Technologies UAE | Abu Dhabi, UAE Recruiting Company: IDC Technologies UAE Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Job Type: 1‑Year Contract (Extendable) Application Method: nishad.kabeer@idctechuae.com Additional Info: Urgent requirement; senior‑level role with strong networking and security expertise. Position SummaryIDC Technologies UAE is urgently hiring a Senior Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage enterprise‑grade network infrastructures across on‑premises and cloud environments. This role is essential for ensuring secure, high‑performance, and scalable networking solutions that support mission‑critical business operations in Abu Dhabi. Detailed Job DescriptionAs a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a key role in architecting and maintaining LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, and cloud connectivity solutions for enterprise environments. You will configure and manage advanced networking devices, enforce security controls, and optimize network performance to ensure maximum uptime. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to manage large‑scale, multi‑vendor networks, and deep experience with firewalls, load balancers, and wireless infrastructures. You will also support cloud networking, security governance, and compliance initiatives while contributing to the reliability and resilience of enterprise systems.✅ Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and manage enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, and cloud network architecturesConfigure, monitor, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access pointsEnsure strong network security through firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and compliance frameworksPerform network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizationSupport cloud connectivity and hybrid cloud networking for Azure and enterprise systemsMaintain network documentation, SOPs, and operational recordsCollaborate with IT security, server, and cloud teams to ensure end‑to‑end reliabilitySupport upgrades, migrations, and new network infrastructure rollouts Required Qualifications & Skills8+ years of senior‑level experience in network engineeringStrong expertise across:Enterprise routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, MPLS)Firewalls, VPNs, security appliancesWi‑Fi, LAN/WAN architecturesCloud networking (Azure preferred)Hands‑on experience with network performance monitoring and troubleshootingStrong understanding of information security and ISO/IEC‑27001 standardsExperience with network virtualization, load balancing, and system integrationExcellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills✨ Preferred CertificationsCisco: CCNA, CCNP (Routing & Switching)Palo Alto: PCNSEFortinet: FCPNSSecurity & Compliance: ISO/IEC 27001Microsoft:MCSEAzure Administrator AssociateAzure Network Engineer AssociateAzure Security Engineer AssociateITIL: Foundation + Operational Support & Analysis Recruitment Pro TipHighlight large‑scale enterprise network projects you’ve led—especially those involving multi‑vendor firewalls, Azure connectivity, or network hardening. Quantifiable results (e.g., improved performance, reduced downtime, enhanced security posture) will greatly strengthen your application.#J-18808-Ljbffr