Network & Security Architect

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Network & Security Engineer to design and implement enterprise-level network infrastructure and security solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in both traditional network infrastructure and cloud security, with a focus on implementing robust security controls and ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and architect enterprise network and security solutions incorporating next-generation firewalls, load balancers, and security tools.

- Lead the design and implementation of network security architecture using Fortinet and Palo Alto security platforms.

- Architect and manage Azure networking components and native security controls.

- Design and implement additional security solution such as Hardware Security Module (HSM), PAM, SD-WAN, Encryption, Proxy etc.

- Design and implement load balancing solutions for application delivery and security using F5 or AVI.

- Create comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation

- Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications:

- Proven experience in design and implementation with a system integrator or OEM.

- 12+ years of experience in network and security architecture

- Deep expertise in Fortinet and Palo Alto firewall platforms

- Strong knowledge of Azure networking and security services

- Hands-on experience with Fortinet, Palo Alto, F5 and Azure solutions

- Proven experience with design and implementation of security tools including but not limited to Hardware Security Module (HSM), PAM, SD-WAN, Encryption, Proxy etc.

- Expert knowledge of security compliance frameworks especially UAE based frameworks.

Technical Skills:

1-Network Security:

- Fortigate and Palo Alto firewall design and implementation

- Azure Network and Security design and implementation.

- F5 or AVI load balancer design and implementation of L4 as well as L7 features.

2-Security Solutions:

- Design and implementation of at least one of the following: HSM, PAM, SD-WAN, Encryption, Proxy.- Zero Trust Architecture

- Design and implementation of SIEM, SOC, SOAR, EDR, XDR etc.

3-Automation and Orchestration:

- Experience with using IAC tools.

- Experience with scripting that includes configuration autmation as well as extraction of information.

4-General Skills:

- Architecture standards and compliance.

- Security compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, DESC, HIPAA, NIST etc.)

Preferred Certifications:

- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

- CCNP Security or equivalent

- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

- Fortinet NSE 7 or higher

- F5 Certified Solution Expert

- Azure Security Engineer.

Soft Skills:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Excellent documentation and technical writing skills

- Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

- Project management and team leadership experience

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Additional Requirements:

- Experience in incident response and security operations

- Knowledge of current security threats and mitigation strategies

- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements

- Ability to perform security assessments and risk analysis

- Experience in developing security policies and procedures

Working Conditions:

This role requires frequent travel to client sites and the ability to work in out of business hours when needed.