12 Network Architect jobs in Abu Dhabi

Job Title: Azure Network Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Azure Network and Security Professional with 8+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing secure enterprise cloud environments.

Our team requires an experienced expert to ensure the stability, performance, and security of Azure network infrastructure, enforcing security controls, and supporting long-term client engagements onsite in Abu Dhabi.

• Design, implement, and manage Azure networking components including VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and ExpressRoute/ VPN Gateways.
• Lead network security architecture planning, ensuring compliance with zero-trust security models and enterprise security standards.
• Configure and manage Azure security services such as Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel (SIEM), Key Vault, and Security Center.
• Monitor network traffic, identify potential threats, and implement proactive security measures.
• Troubleshoot network performance issues, connectivity, and security incidents in a hybrid (cloud + on-prem) environment.
• Collaborate with Cloud Architects, Security teams, and DevOps engineers to integrate network security into infrastructure-as-code deployments (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and support security audits, ensuring compliance with ISO27001, NIST, or other relevant frameworks.
• Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, documentation, and runbooks for operational handover.
• Provide L3 support for critical network and security incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and impact.

• 8+ years of experience in network engineering and cloud security, with at least 3+ years focused on Microsoft Azure.
• Strong expertise in Azure Networking: VNet Peering, UDR, NSG, Load Balancers (Standard/Private), ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, Private Endpoints.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Security Services: Azure Firewall, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, Sentinel, Application Gateway WAF, Conditional Access.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Routing & Switching, SD-WAN, and network troubleshooting tools.
• Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) and integration with Azure AD / Entra ID.
• Familiarity with cloud governance, security compliance frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks).
• Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python) for automation of security and network tasks is a plus.
• Relevant Microsoft Certifications preferred (AZ-700, SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500).

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to relocate and work onsite in Abu Dhabi for long-term engagement.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex cloud-based projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop advanced technical skills.

The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, be able to work independently, and possess strong communication skills.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to support our sales teams in the Middle East. This role involves designing and communicating solutions that align with customer technical requirements, competition, and future strategies.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers and our organization.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to support customer pursuits and advance campaigns.
• Engage in technology conversations with senior customer stakeholders.
• Support account teams in responses to RFPs and RFIs.
• Contribute to developing Statements of Work and Bills of Materials.
• Attend and lead customer business meetings.
• Ensure alignment with Professional Services levels of effort.
• Maintain strong relationships with OEM partners.
• Achieve and maintain required technology certifications.
• Deliver effective customer presentations.

• Fluent English mandatory
• Fluency in Arabic preferred

• Experience in Telecom Industry, preferably Tier 1.
• 5+ years of pre-sales and technical solution selling.
• Mandatory — Strong knowledge of Networking Domains.
• Preferable — Strong knowledge of Cloud technology.
• Ability to travel.
• In receipt of technology training/certification.
• Demonstrable consultative technical selling skills.
• Prowed client presentation skills.

World Wide Technology (WWT) is seeking a Senior Networking Architect to serve as the go-to networking advisor for our flagship account in the Middle East, supporting the growing UAE-based sales team. The role focuses on designing and communicating the value of WWT solutions, aligning with customer technical requirements, competition, and future strategies. The Senior Networking Architect leads, mentors peers, and stays at the forefront of networking innovation while helping to create new business opportunities through innovative solutions in AI data centers, next-generation cloud fabrics, and related environments.

• Develop and maintain customer and OEM relationships.
• Serve as the technical liaison to customers and internally within WWT.
• Engage effectively with the Sales team to support customer pursuits, advance campaigns, and build rapport with customer contacts.
• Hold technology conversations with senior customer stakeholders (CXO level).
• Work with account teams in responses to RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs.
• Assist in developing Statements of Work and Bills of Materials with the WWT Domain SME.
• Attend and lead customer business meetings with and without Account Executives.
• Recognize, support, and help size Professional Services levels of effort (LoE).
• Build strong relationships in the UK region with WWT's key OEM partners to foster collaboration and field-level engagement.
• Achieve and maintain required technology certifications and competencies.
• Deliver effective customer and partner presentations.
• Provide effective engineering support for customer initiatives.
• Lead and present during demand generation events.
• Learn and present WWT Advanced Technology Centre demos.
• Strategize on customer penetration plans and overall growth of the UK market.
• Demonstrate solid teamwork and peer collaboration.
• Live and breathe WWT's core values.

• Fluent English mandatory
• Fluency in Arabic preferred

• Experience working in Telecom Industry, preferably Tier 1
• 5+ years of pre-sales, technical solution selling
• Mandatory — Strong knowledge of Networking Domains (DC, Core, Xhaul)
• Preferable — Strong knowledge of Cloud technology and infrastructure (Compute, network, storage, virtualization, container)
• Ability to travel
• In receipt of technology or consultative training/certification
• Demonstrable consultative technical selling skills — able to rapidly extract the customer's business problems that can be solved with technology-based solutions
• Prowed client presentation skills
• Bachelor's Degree preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role is part of the Middle East regional team and may involve travel as required by project needs.

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will lead a team of engineers in supporting production networks across domestic and international clouds. Your key responsibilities will include network administration and performance tuning, high-availability management, network performance and problem management, identifying and fixing security vulnerabilities, coordinating with vendors/OEMs, participating in application disaster recovery activities from the networks side, handling major incidents/Severity 1 calls and leading to resolution across multiple teams, preparing Root Cause Analysis reports, adhering to Change Management Processes, mentoring junior engineers, implementing industry-best practices (Service Improvement Plans), documenting risks/SPOF in network designs, actively participating in various technology projects as a Single Point of Contact from the Network Operations team, working across multiple Service Delivery Teams.

You will have the opportunity to coach and guide the team of engineers, identify requirements and create solution architectures that meet identified requirements, provide specialized hardware/software/network problem diagnosis/resolution for the network, integrate as a cross-functional team player in a fast-paced environment where all information is shared, lead design/configuration/deployment of network projects, troubleshoot and fix common misconfigurations, do Root Cause Analysis for any technologies, communicate effectively with internal IT leadership and support teams during conference calls, implement changes as required based on the nature of issue, proactively and reactively look for solutions to prevent problems from occurring in team/technology area, develop test plans and quality assurance procedures, recommend changes in policies and procedures.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional to lead the planning, implementation and optimization of our enterprise network infrastructure across multiple data centers and branch locations.

• Develop and execute comprehensive plans for designing, building, deploying and maintaining complex networks.
• Design, implement, configure and troubleshoot routing protocols and switching technologies to ensure seamless connectivity.
• Analyze and optimize wireless networks, including RF planning, security, performance tuning and Quality of Service policies.
• Implement and manage SD-WAN solutions using SilverPeak technology.
• Configure and administer Cisco ACI fabric, including policy configuration and troubleshooting.
• Oversee data center operations, including hardware lifecycle management and capacity planning.
• Perform vulnerability remediation and monitor network performance using advanced tools.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise networking and data center management.
• Strong expertise in Routing & Switching, Wireless, QoS, SD-WAN, and WAN technologies.
• Certifications such as CCNP or equivalent are desirable.

As a highly skilled Senior Network Specialist, you will be an integral part of our team responsible for managing and maintaining our network infrastructure.

Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multiple specializations and be able to lead a team of Network Engineers. They will have the ability to coach and guide junior engineers while providing specialized hardware/software/network problem diagnosis/resolution for our bank's network.

The selected candidate will also possess knowledge of AWS and AZURE architectural principles and key networking services such as VPC S3 EC2 Route 53 Transit Gateway Direct Connect VNET VNet-Peering Private Link vWAN Express route Firewall Load Balancer.

• Lead the team of Network Engineers and participate in various technology projects as a Single Point of Contact from the Network Operations team.
• Support production networks across domestic, international, and public clouds.
• Network administration and performance tuning.
• High-availability management.
• Network performance and problem management.
• Identify and fix security vulnerabilities.
• Vendor/OEM coordination.
• Mentor other team members and junior engineers.
• Implement industry-best practices (Service Improvement Plans).
• Document risks/SPOF in network designs.

• 5-10 years of experience in Networking design and Operations.
• Ability to coach and guide the team of engineers.
• Knowledge of AWS and AZURE architectural principles and key networking services.
• Ability to integrate as a cross-functional team player in a fast-paced environment where all information is shared.
• Ability to lead design/configuration/deployment of network projects.
• Experience in troubleshooting and fixing common misconfigurations as well as doing Root Cause Analysis for any of the above technologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and IT leadership during conference calls.
• Hands-on experience in designing interactive applications automation solutions or service management solutions.

• No remote work option available.
• Full-time employment.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead the delivery of end-to-end network and security infrastructure solutions. As a Network Security Engineer, you will design and maintain a robust security posture across the entire network landscape.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing and maintaining network and security infrastructure solutions.
• Designing and maintaining a resilient network architecture.
• Driving changes in response to technology trends and business needs.
• Undertaking project workloads and ensuring timely delivery.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and monitoring the network against established thresholds.
• Performing proactive incident response and closure within SLAs.

You will work closely with IT risk management initiatives and internal/external corporate audits.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in networking and security fields.
• CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security or FCP or PCNSA certifications.
• Thorough understanding and experience in network LAN solutions and technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of wireless technologies, routing protocols, and switching protocols.
• Strong experience with security solutions including IPS/IDS and firewalls.
• Knowledge of cloud, datacenter networking, computing, and security.

You will also have hands-on experience in multiple monitoring and reporting platforms and working knowledge of ITIL frameworks.

Platform and Technologies

The ideal candidate will be proficient in:

• Cisco Catalyst and Nexus (ACI and NX-OS modes).
• Aruba, Cisco, and Ruckus enterprise wireless systems.
• Fortinet, Palo Alto, FTD, Juniper, and Sophos Next-Gen Firewalls.
• Cisco and FortiGate SD-WAN solutions and platforms.
• Aruba ClearPass, Cisco ISE, NetScout, 802.1X NAC and AAA solutions.

Seniority Level

This is a mid-senior level position.

Employment Type

This is a full-time employment opportunity.

Job Function

This role is part of the Information Technology team.

Industry

This job is available in the Entertainment Providers industry.

As an NOC Network Security Engineer , you will be the first point of contact for monitoring and responding to alerts, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the stability and performance of the network and security systems. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor and analyze network traffic, detect potential security threats, and respond promptly to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate should have a foundational understanding of network and security concepts, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You should be able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, both written and verbally.

In this role, you will work closely with L2 and L3 engineers to resolve complex issues and improve network reliability. You will participate in team meetings to discuss ongoing issues, share knowledge, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in large industry monitoring network and security operations.
• Technical Skills: Experience in troubleshooting Network /Security devices Switches, routers, firewall, Load balancer, MPLS link, WAN links etc.
• Monitoring Tools: Experience with network and security monitoring tools (SolarWinds) and incident management systems (ServiceNow).

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment with a team of experienced professionals. As an NOC Network Security Engineer, you will receive comprehensive training and support to help you grow and develop your technical skills.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about network and security engineering. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role that offers opportunities for growth and development, we encourage you to apply.