Senior Network Administrator

Senior Network Administrator – Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

We are looking for a Senior Network Administrator to join our team in Saudi Arabia.

Job Overview

The Senior Network Administrator will be responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure while ensuring high availability, performance, and security compliance across banking/enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, Data Center, Cloud connectivity, SD-WAN, and VPN solutions.
• Configure and maintain network security solutions including NGFW, IPS/IDS, WAF, NAC, and secure access technologies.
• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, F5, and enterprise networking technologies.
• Support SOC integration requirements including SIEM, NDR, log forwarding, NetFlow, and security monitoring.
• Perform network troubleshooting, incident management, RCA, and preventive actions.
• Support Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) activities.
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in enterprise network administration.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Cisco networking technologies
• Palo Alto / Fortinet / Check Point / F5 firewalls
• LAN/WAN, VLAN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, SD-WAN
• VPN technologies (IPSec / SSL VPN)
• Network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, or equivalent)
• SIEM/SOC integration
• Experience in banking or regulated environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of SAMA Cybersecurity Framework, NCA ECC, PDPL, and NDMO is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.