Presales Engineer - ICT Networks

at  AlFuttaim

Job Requisition ID: 164910
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Graduate Engineer in Electronics / Electrical or equivalent
• CCDP, CCNP, or Equivalent certification is a MUST. CCIE / CISSP will be highly preferred.
• Certified in Designing Solutions: WCNP, ACDX, or AQPS is an added advantage.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Must have 5+ years of experience designing and project management for Network systems.

JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Software-Defined Networks - Wired & Wireless and Cloud-based Network Solutions
• Product Knowledge of Cisco, Aruba, Dell, Alcatel, and Ruckus.
• Security Solutions: Multi-Layered Security Solution, Next Generation Firewalls, SDWAN.
• Good knowledge of Voice & IP Telephony, Wireless, Security, SD-WAN, Virtualization & NMS
• Must have complete network lifecycle experience, including requirements gathering, solution mapping, testing, documentation, configuration, and maintenance
• Implementation of tiered network architecture / Campus networks

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

The Data Network & Security Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in conceptualizing, creating, and refining intricate network and security solutions tailored to address our diverse clientele’s unique demands. This multifaceted responsibility encompasses an in-depth engagement with clients, where the Network Engineer will methodically assess their current infrastructure, intricately analyze their specific requirements, and devise strategic and comprehensive recommendations to optimize network performance and fortify their security posture.

• The Data Network & Security Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, analysing, and optimizing network and security solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients. He will work closely with clients to understand their requirements, assess their current infrastructure, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance their network performance and security posture.
• The job holder will collaborate & support the Sales, technical, and professional services teams in the business to increase the sales of Data Network & Security.