Engineer- Network & Security : Abu Dhabi location

Engineer- Network & Security : Abu Dhabi location Job Title: Engineer Network & Security (Cloud Co E)Location: Abu Dhabi (UAE)Experience: 4+Work Mode: Onsite Employment Type: Full Time Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Network & Security Engineer to join our Cloud Center of Excellence (Cloud Co E). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and migrating secure networking solutions across Data Centers, On-Prem, and Azure Cloud environments. You will play a key role in deploying enterprise-grade solutions involving SDN, firewalls, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity.Key Responsibilities: Network & Security Implementation Deploy data center networking technologies like Cisco ACI, Juniper Apstra (Spine-Leaf Topology), and VMware NSX-T.Configure and implement firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper) in on-prem & Azure cloud.Set up and migrate hybrid infrastructure (on-prem to cloud or between data centers).Implement Azure-specific network and security components, including Express Route, Virtual WAN, VPNs.Deploy security tools like Azure Sentinel, Security Center, and IAM solutions.Set up VPNs, email security, collaboration tools, wireless networks, and IP telephony.Project Execution & Documentation Prepare design and implementation documentation: HLD, LLD, Network Implementation/Migration Plans, NRFU documents.Conduct UAT, operational readiness, and handover procedures.Work with 3rd-party vendors, project teams, and internal stakeholders.Perform rack planning, cabling, power & capacity assessment with passive infra teams.Security & Compliance Perform vulnerability scans, Azure security reviews aligned with Azure Well-Architected Framework.Ensure compliance with standards like ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS.Required Skills & Experience: Technical Must-Haves: Azure Cloud: Landing Zone, Express Route, Network-Security stack.Certifications (Must/Preferred): Must: AZ-104, CCNA (Routing & Switching/Security/DC), PCNSE/Fortinet NSEPreferred: AZ-500, AZ-700, VMware VCIX-NV, F5 LTM/GTM, ITIL Foundation Good to Have: Knowledge of Python, Ansible for automation.Experience with Docker, Kubernetes (for containerized infra).Familiarity with hybrid architectures and Infrastructure-as-Code (Ia C).Key Projects Exposure (Bonus): Cloud migration projects Large scale Data Center transformations Azure-native and 3rd-party security integrations Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at abuse@naukrigulf.com #J-18808-Ljbffr