Network Security Engineer - Sohar, Oman

CCDS is seeking an experiencedNetwork Security Engineerto join our team for aone-year, project-based contractinSohar, Oman.

Employment Details:

• Location:Sohar, Oman
• Contract Type:One-year project-based contract
• Work Arrangement:Full-time, on-site

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise network security solutions.
• Administer and optimize Palo Alto and Fortinet security products.
• Monitor network performance, security events, and potential threats.
• Implement firewall policies, VPNs, routing, switching, and access-control rules.
• Investigate network and security incidents and provide timely resolutions.
• Perform system upgrades, security hardening, and configuration reviews.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and operational reports.
• Coordinate with project teams, vendors, and customers to meet service requirements.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven professional experience in network security engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience withPalo Alto firewalls and security solutions.
• Solid experience with Fortinet technologies.
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, network protocols, and firewall management.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work full-time and on-site inSohar, Oman.

Mandatory Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Fortinet NSE 7