Senior Network Engineer

<div><p>We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's complex network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in enterprise networking and a passion for optimizing network performance and security.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Network Design&Implementation:</li><li>Design and deploy LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN networks. Configure routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring security and operational standards.</li><li>Network Security:</li><li>Implement security measures (firewalls, NAC, encryption) and coordinate with cybersecurity teams to manage access controls.</li><li>Network Maintenance&Troubleshooting:</li><li>Perform upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting for network issues, ensuring quick resolutions and minimal downtime.</li><li>Network Monitoring&Optimization:</li><li>Use tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG) for performance monitoring and proactive alerts. Optimize performance with QoS configurations and capacity planning.</li><li>Vendor Management:</li><li>Manage vendor relationships, oversee network projects, and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and technical specifications.</li><li>Documentation&Reporting:</li><li>Maintain documentation of network configurations, incidents, and resolutions. Provide status reports on network health and vendor performance.</li><li>Collaboration:</li><li>Work closely with IT, cybersecurity, and compliance teams to ensure seamless network integration and solution development.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.</li><li>Certifications like CCNP, CCNP Data Center Core, Fortinet NSE, or Palo Alto PCNSE preferred.</li><li>5+ years of experience in network administration and design.</li><li>Strong understanding of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, VLAN, QoS, IPsec, VPN).</li><li>Experience with Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet equipment.</li><li>Proficiency in network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios) and SNMP configurations</li><li>Strong vendor management and project coordination skills.</li></ul></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr