Aala Studio

Network Administrator / Senior Network Engineer / Network Engineer

Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted yesterday

Salary
AED 15k–25k a month· Michael Page
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Engineering & Technology
Work mode
On site

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Administrator / Senior Network Engineer / Network Engineer to manage, maintain, and optimize the organization's network infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure network reliability, security, and performance while supporting IT operations, implementing network solutions, and maintaining stable connectivity across business systems and platforms. Key Responsibilities • Design, configure, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and related systems. • Monitor network performance, availability, and connectivity to ensure reliable and efficient operations. • Manage and maintain network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and network servers. • Perform network troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and resolution of connectivity and performance issues. • Implement network security measures, access controls, firewall policies, and monitoring procedures. • Conduct regular network maintenance, system upgrades, configuration backups, and performance optimization. • Manage network capacity planning, infrastructure expansion, and technology upgrades. • Support IT infrastructure projects, network integration, and system deployment activities. • Maintain accurate network documentation, configuration records, technical procedures, and incident reports. • Coordinate with IT teams, vendors, service providers, and external technical partners to resolve network-related issues. • Implement network availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity measures. • Identify potential network vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security and improvement measures. • Provide technical support, guidance, and knowledge sharing to IT personnel and end users. • Ensure network infrastructure complies with internal IT policies, security standards, and operational requirements. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related discipline. • Minimum 3–8 years of relevant experience in network administration, network engineering, or IT infrastructure management, depending on seniority. • Strong knowledge of networking concepts, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN, routing, switching, and network protocols. • Hands-on experience configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networking systems. • Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, configuration management, and performance optimization. • Good understanding of network security, cybersecurity principles, access management, and infrastructure protection. • Familiarity with networking technologies and platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, or equivalent. • Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent are preferred. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational abilities. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical priorities. • Excellent written and spoken English. •

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 3–8 years of relevant experience in network administration, network engineering, or IT infrastructure management, depending on seniority.
  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLAN, routing, switching, and network protocols.
  • Hands-on experience configuring and managing routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networking systems.
  • Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, configuration management, and performance optimization.
  • Good understanding of network security, cybersecurity principles, access management, and infrastructure protection.
  • Familiarity with networking technologies and platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, or equivalent.
  • Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design, configure, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and related systems.
  • Monitor network performance, availability, and connectivity to ensure reliable and efficient operations.
  • Manage and maintain network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and network servers.
  • Perform network troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and resolution of connectivity and performance issues.
  • Implement network security measures, access controls, firewall policies, and monitoring procedures.
  • Conduct regular network maintenance, system upgrades, configuration backups, and performance optimization.
  • Manage network capacity planning, infrastructure expansion, and technology upgrades.
  • Support IT infrastructure projects, network integration, and system deployment activities.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation, configuration records, technical procedures, and incident reports.
  • Coordinate with IT teams, vendors, service providers, and external technical partners to resolve network-related issues.
  • Implement network availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity measures.
  • Identify potential network vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security and improvement measures.
  • Provide technical support, guidance, and knowledge sharing to IT personnel and end users.
  • Ensure network infrastructure complies with internal IT policies, security standards, and operational requirements.

Skills

  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • VLAN
  • routing
  • switching
  • firewalls
  • VPN
  • wireless networking
  • network monitoring
  • troubleshooting
  • configuration management
  • security principles
  • Cisco
  • Juniper
  • Fortinet
  • CCNA
  • CCNP
  • CompTIA Network+

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