Engineer - Network Security

Role Overview

malomatia is seeking an Engineer - Network Security to support enterprise networking and security operations in Doha, Qatar. The role focuses on maintaining resilient network infrastructure, administering security appliances, handling troubleshooting and incident recovery, and ensuring accurate documentation across production and disaster recovery environments.

About the Organization

Founded in 2008, malomatia is a Qatar-based IT services and digital transformation company serving government, healthcare, education, customs, transportation, and other sectors. The organization delivers technology solutions across cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and contact center domains, with a mission to help businesses and public institutions move forward through agile, knowledge-led digital services.

The company’s vision is to be a trusted partner for digital transformation in Qatar, while its culture emphasizes ownership, integrity, empathy, teamwork, transparency, agility, excellence, trust, and innovation.

Education

A bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or a related engineering field is required.

Preferred Certifications

• Networking and switching certifications such as JNCIS-ENT, including Apstra, QFX, and EVPN/VXLAN JNCIS-DC credentials.
• Security certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE4/7, and FTD.
• Load balancer and VPN certifications or exposure related to F5 and Pulse Secure.
• General IT and security certification such as ITIL Foundation.

Experience

• 5 to 7 years of practical experience managing enterprise network and security infrastructure.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Juniper switches in standalone, clustered, and Apstra-managed environments.
• Experience with application-centric switching and automation platforms.
• Working knowledge of Palo Alto, Fortinet, F5 Load Balancers, and Pulse Secure VPN systems.
• Background in 24x7 enterprise or NOC environments, including on-call support.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and communication capability.

Language Requirement

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed for documentation and reporting.
• English is required; Arabic plus English speakers are preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain core switching and top-of-rack switching across Cisco and Juniper platforms, including Apstra-driven environments.
• Manage standalone and clustered switch setups to preserve availability and performance.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routes.
• Install, rebuild, and recover network devices after failures or crashes.
• Keep production and disaster recovery sites aligned through configuration synchronization and replication.
• Maintain IP addressing plans, VLANs, and NAT rules for connectivity between private and public zones.
• Administer firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers including Palo Alto, Panorama, Fortinet, FortiAnalyzer, Sandbox, F5, and Pulse Secure devices.
• Monitor traffic, security controls, and VPN health to ensure stable operations.
• Carry out firmware upgrades, apply recommended patches, and support vulnerability remediation.
• Maintain SOPs, design documents, and configuration records with a high level of detail.

Skills and Competencies

• Deep understanding of enterprise switching and routing.
• Firewall administration and security policy management.
• Load balancer configuration and VPN support.
• Troubleshooting of network and security incidents.
• Patch management and firmware upgrade execution.
• Documentation and SOP maintenance.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments.
• Flexibility for on-call support and weekend coverage.
• Strong team communication and professional conduct.

Work Expectations

• Support is required around the clock, including weekend on-call duties.
• The selected professional must be ready to respond to urgent incidents outside regular hours when needed.
• The role calls for a patient, motivated self-starter who can work effectively under pressure and adapt to flexible schedules.

About the Team

The organization works with a diverse group of Qatari and international IT professionals delivering technology solutions for major sectors in Qatar. The team is driven by a goal of enabling digital excellence and contributing to a smarter society through dependable technology and talent.

Additional Notes

This opportunity is based onsite in Doha, Qatar. The role is focused on enterprise network and security operations rather than development work.