[ref. t50893424] Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi - Senior Network Security Engineer
Job Description
Role Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network & Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and security of Sorbonne University Abu Dhabis network infrastructure. The role requires technical leadership, hands-on expertise, and the ability to deliver resilient and secure network solutions aligned with industry best practices and UAE cybersecurity standards.
Key Responsibilities
Network Projects & Infrastructure- Lead end-to-end network projects (design, implementation, testing, optimization).
- Supervise vendors/service providers and ensure project milestones are met.
- Adopt UAE-IA standards in infrastructure design and delivery.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic, ensuring high availability and efficiency.
- Conduct capacity planning and system tuning.
- Serve as an escalation point for complex network and security incidents.
- Apply temporary fixes and lead root-cause analysis.
- Maintain security compliance with IT policies and procedures.
- Prepare detailed reports, architectural diagrams, SOPs, and audit readiness documents.
- Ensure accurate documentation of configurations, logs, and asset inventories.
- Work with internal teams, vendors, and management to align IT strategy with institutional needs.
- Support audit readiness and compliance gap resolution.
Qualifications & Certifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent (Masters preferred)
Active professional certifications:
- CCNP (Datacentre, Enterprise Infrastructure, or Security)
- Palo Alto Firewall Administration
- CCIE (preferred)
- Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP in progress, Network Defense)
- 7+ years in IT networking, security architecture, and risk assessment.
- Strong expertise with Cisco (Wired/Wireless, Datacentre, Telephony, IAM) and Palo Alto firewalls.
- Proven track record in managing large-scale 3-tier campus network deployments.
- Experience in forensic investigations and implementing IT security controls.
- Knowledge of UAE cybersecurity laws and regulations.
Preferred:
- Higher education IT experience (5+ years).
- VMware, Windows & Linux system management.
- Advanced troubleshooting & protocol knowledge
- Information Security & Risk Management expertise
- Strong project management & stakeholder communication
- Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail
- Proficiency in scripting & automation tools
If you are a proactive, security-focused leader who thrives in managing mission-critical network infrastructure, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now to join Sorbonne University Abu Dhabis IT team!