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.