Network Communications Engineer - EADGE-T UAE Tech Refresh

- Bachelor's degree in Network Communications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Cyber Security, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of hands-on network engineering experience, including at least 3 years supporting complex, high-availability enterprise networks.
- Professional networking certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, Juniper JNCIA/JNCIP/JNCIE (preferred), Arista EOS, CompTIA Network+, Security+, or equivalent.
- Experience with TCP/IP networking, IPv4, VLANs, RSTP, LAG, VTEP, BGP, OSPF, GRE, MPLS, TLS, IPsec, and MACsec.
- Experience configuring and supporting enterprise network hardware, including Juniper (preferred), Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell, and Arista platforms.
- Experience with network automation and scripting using tools such as Python, PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform.
- Experience with network logging and monitoring tools such as ArcSight, Splunk, Syslog, or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including IDS/IPS, VPNs, PKI, stateful and stateless firewalls, Application Layer Gateways (ALG), encryption technologies, cryptographic hashing, and NSA CSfC capabilities.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.