Senior Network Security Admin | Abu Dhabi, UAE | IT People Gulf

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Infrastructure Design: Architect, implement, and support enterprise-level network security frameworks to ensure maximum system availability.
• Policy Orchestration: Manage and fine-tune complex firewall rules, VPN configurations, and secure routing across Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms.
• Security Governance: Oversee FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer to centralize network management and analyze security events for proactive threat mitigation.
• Endpoint Protection: Deploy and monitor advanced endpoint security solutions and wireless environment defenses.
• Incident Response: Support rapid incident response protocols and implement security best practices to protect data confidentiality and integrity.
• Optimization: Conduct routine network performance tuning and troubleshooting to maintain high-speed, secure operations.

🔹 Requirements:

• Experience: 5 to 8 years of professional experience in Network and Security Administration, specifically within mid-to-large enterprise sectors.
• Technical Toolkit: Expert hands-on experience with FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, Cisco ASA, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Certifications: Mandatory industry-recognized credentials such as CCNP, Fortinet NSE (4 or above), or PCNSE.
• Core Knowledge: Deep understanding of VPN protocols, enterprise switching/routing, and wireless security.
• Availability: Preference will be given to candidates who can join immediately or within 15 days.
• Location: Applications are accepted from UAE-based candidates only.

Why Join IT People Gulf:

• Strategic Impact: Take ownership of the security posture for high-profile enterprise clients in Abu Dhabi.
• Tech Stack Excellence: Work with the latest tools from industry leaders like Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.
• Professional Advancement: Opportunity to transition into Cybersecurity Management or Infrastructure Architect roles.
• Compensation: Competitive monthly salary of AED 10,000 to 11,000, tailored to your specialized seniority and certification level.