Network & Security Architect

Network & Security Architect

## Position Overview

We are 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 Fotinet, PaloAlto, 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

### Network Security

• Fortigate and Palo Alto firewall design and implementation
• Azure Network and Security design and implemenation.
• F5 or AVI load balancer design and implementation of L4 as well as L7 features.

### Security Solutions

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

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

### Automation and orchestration:

• Experience with using IAC tools.
• Experience with scripting that includes configuration autmation as well as extraction of information.

### 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.