Senior Network Administrator

About this role

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.