Routing & Switching / Firewall Engineer – Level 2

We are seeking an experienced Network & Security Engineer to join our Roads Management Centre (RMC). The role involves designing, implementing, operating, and optimizing data networks, coordinating with system integrators, and overseeing network lifecycle activities to support Qatar’s road operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, implement, operate, and optimize network infrastructure.
• Oversee Network Planning, Design, Implementation, Operation, and Optimization (PDIOO).
• Coordinate with architects, developers, and stakeholders to align network strategy with business goals.
• Manage 1st and 2nd line support for Regional Network Management Control Room.
• Support complex network upgrades, migrations, and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide escalation support for advanced technologies.
• Collaborate with Cisco TAC for escalated issues and advanced troubleshooting.
• Ensure integration and operation of Cisco switches, routers, WLC, ISE, firewalls, and endpoint security.

Requirements

Essential:
✅ 10+ years’ experience in network security roles
✅ CCNA in Routing & Switching
✅ Hands-on experience with firewalls, IPS, and endpoint security products
✅ Familiarity with Cisco switches, routers, WLC, and ISE integration
✅ Strong troubleshooting, operational, and project coordination skills

Desirable:

• Project Management certification (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent)
• Exposure to Asset Affairs business functions
• VMware vSphere / virtualization experience
• Voice/networking experience

Technical Skills

• Experience with Cisco FTD, Fortigate, Palo Alto firewalls
• Hands-on with ISE policies, SIEM tools (NetFlow Analyzer, Solarwinds, Stealthwatch)
• DNS/DHCP servers (Microsoft & Infoblox)
• TACACS / RADIUS configuration
• VLANs, trunking, spanning-tree, VRFs, NAT, static/dynamic routes, access-lists/security policies
• VMware and Windows Active Directory operational knowledge

The Individual

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and project management skills
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, results-driven with minimal supervision
• Exceptional technical skills in enterprise network environments

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in network security or enterprise network engineering roles?
• Do you hold a CCNA certification in Routing & Switching?
• Do you have hands-on experience with firewalls and IPS products (Cisco FTD, Fortigate, Palo Alto, or similar)?
• Do you have experience with Cisco switches, routers, WLC, and ISE integration?
• Do you have experience with network monitoring and security tools such as SIEM, NetFlow Analyzer, Solarwinds, or Stealthwatch?
• What is your current and expected salary?
• When can you join if selected? Notice period?