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IT Infrastructure & Network Security Engineer
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6 November 2026 (3 hours ago)
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3 February 2027
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Job Summary
About VRS Technologies LLC
VRS Technologies LLC is an IT solutions and infrastructure services provider in the UAE delivering networking cybersecurity cloud solutions IT infrastructure technical support and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) services to clients across the GCC.
We are looking for an experienced **IT Infrastructure & Network Security Engineer** to manage our internal IT infrastructure and support client projects and AMC customers. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on technical experience excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to independently manage networks firewalls servers cloud platforms email systems backups and endpoint security.
Key Responsibilities1. Network Infrastructure Switching & Wireless
* Configure manage and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst switches includingand 9300 series.
* Manage HPE Aruba CX 6200F Ruckus ICX 7250 Ubiquiti UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link managed switches.
* Configure VLANs access and trunk ports inter-VLAN routing Layer 2/Layer 3 switching STP link aggregation and PoE.
* Configure and manage wireless access points from Cisco Meraki Cisco Aironet/Catalyst Aruba Ruckus UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link.
* Manage wireless controllers and cloud-based platforms SSIDs guest Wi-Fi corporate Wi-Fi VLAN mapping and authentication.
* Troubleshoot network connectivity Wi-Fi coverage interference slow speeds switch ports fiber links and SFP modules.
* Maintain network diagrams IP addressing records VLAN documentation and switch configuration backups.
* Coordinate with ISPs and vendors to resolve connectivity and infrastructure issues.
2. FortiGate Firewall ISP Configuration SD-WAN & VPN
* Install configure manage and troubleshoot FortiGate 40F 60F and 80F firewalls.
* Configure WAN/LAN interfaces ISP connections static IP DHCP PPPoE DNS and internet gateways.
* Implement Multi-WAN connectivity redundancy FortiGate SD-WAN health checks and link-selection policies.
* Configure firewall policies address and service objects NAT VIP port forwarding static routes default routes and policy routes.
* Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate High Availability (HA) including Active-Passive and Active-Active configurations where supported and required.
* **Demonstrate strong practical hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting FortiGate SSL VPN and Site-to-Site IPsec VPN tunnels in live production environments.**
* Configure SSL VPN user authentication VPN portals IP pools access permissions routing and firewall policies.
* Implement Site-to-Site IPsec VPN connectivity between head offices branches warehouses and remote locations.
* Troubleshoot Phase 1 and Phase 2 negotiation failures authentication errors encryption settings routing issues NAT ISP changes and public IP changes.
* Troubleshoot Dynamic DNS (DDNS) issues and restore VPN connectivity during outages.
* Review firewall logs investigate blocked traffic upgrade firmware check license expiry back up configurations and maintain security documentation.
3. Windows Server Active Directory & Remote Desktop Services
* Install configure maintain and troubleshoot Windows Server environments.
* Manage Active Directory users groups Organizational Units (OUs) Group Policy domain joining and authentication.
* Configure and troubleshoot DNS DHCP IP addressing domain login account lockouts and access permissions.
* Manage file servers shared folders NTFS permissions and user access.
* Configure and troubleshoot Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and Remote Desktop Services (RDS).
* Manage RDS Collections Remote Desktop Licensing license server activation RDS CALs and licensing modes.
* Troubleshoot RDP connectivity licensing errors login failures and server performance issues.
* Perform server patching updates maintenance performance monitoring and security checks.
4. Virtualization Physical Servers & AWS Cloud
* Manage VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V environments.
* Create and manage virtual machines virtual networks storage and snapshots.
* Install upgrade migrate and maintain physical and virtual servers.
* Manage NAS/SAN storage RAID and server resource utilization.
* Configure AWS EC2 instances VPCs subnets route tables and security groups.
* Manage AWS EBS volumes snapshots Amazon S3 storage and IAM permissions.
* Configure cloud infrastructure storage and access controls based on client requirements.
* Monitor cloud availability resource utilization storage capacity and costs.
* Troubleshoot cloud server networking storage and access-related issues.
5. Microsoft 365 Entra ID & Email Security
* Administer Microsoft 365 through the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and Exchange Admin Center.
* Manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) users licenses mailboxes shared mailboxes distribution groups and permissions.
* Troubleshoot Outlook Exchange Online Microsoft Teams SharePoint and OneDrive.
* Configure and troubleshoot Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) authentication methods Conditional Access where licensed and administrator roles.
* Review sign-in and audit logs to investigate account lockouts authentication failures and suspicious activity.
* Perform email migrations from Zoho Mail Google Workspace and other email platforms to Microsoft 365.
* Configure email DNS records including MX SPF DKIM and DMARC.
* Manage available Microsoft Defender for Office 365 security features including anti-spam anti-phishing anti-malware Safe Links and Safe Attachments where licensed.
* Investigate phishing emails spoofed sender addresses suspicious links malicious attachments quarantined emails and email delivery issues.
* Use message trace to troubleshoot email delivery and support Microsoft Intune device enrollment where deployed and licensed.
6. Backup Cloud Storage & Disaster Recovery
* Configure and manage Acronis Cyber Protect and other supported backup solutions.
* Schedule and monitor backups for physical servers virtual machines file servers databases and NAS.
* Configure local and cloud backup destinations including AWS S3 integration where supported.
* Manage backup jobs retention policies encryption access permissions storage lifecycle rules and storage tiers.
* Configure AWS EBS snapshots and other appropriate recovery options.
* Monitor backup failures storage capacity alerts and cloud storage costs.
* Perform restoration tests to verify data recoverability and troubleshoot backup and recovery failures.
7. Endpoint Security & Infrastructure Monitoring
* Manage Bitdefender GravityZone Kaspersky Endpoint Security and ESET PROTECT.
* Configure antivirus anti-malware ransomware protection endpoint policies and security updates.
* Monitor security alerts investigate threats troubleshoot security agents and address endpoint vulnerabilities.
* Understand Microsoft Defender Antivirus Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Intune.
* Perform preventive maintenance firmware upgrades configuration backups and infrastructure health checks.
* Investigate network outages high traffic switch errors slow connectivity and other infrastructure alerts.
* Maintain incident reports technical documentation and configuration records.
8. Client Projects AMC Support & Internal IT
* Manage IT infrastructure for VRS Technologies LLC client projects and AMC customers across the GCC.
* Install configure upgrade and maintain network firewall server cloud and endpoint infrastructure.
* Independently troubleshoot technical issues and implement appropriate solutions within agreed timelines.
* Coordinate with clients internal teams vendors and ISPs.
* Follow security policies change management procedures and documentation standards.
* Support multiple client locations while maintaining reliable secure and available IT services.
Technical Skills Required
Candidates must have practical knowledge and hands-on experience in:
* TCP/IP subnetting VLANs routing switching DNS and DHCP.
* Cisco Catalyst Aruba CX Ruckus ICX UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link switches.
* Enterprise wireless access points wireless controllers and cloud-based Wi-Fi management.
* FortiGate firewalls ISP configuration Multi-WAN SD-WAN firewall policies NAT and HA.
* **Live production configuration and troubleshooting of FortiGate SSL VPN and Site-to-Site IPsec VPN.**
* Windows Server Active Directory Group Policy RDP RDS and RDS licensing.
* VMware ESXi Hyper-V physical servers NAS/SAN and RAID.
* AWS EC2 VPC security groups EBS S3 and IAM.
* Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Entra ID MFA Conditional Access and email migration.
* Email security SPF DKIM DMARC and available Microsoft Defender security features.
* Acronis Cyber Protect backup retention encryption restoration and disaster recovery.
* Bitdefender GravityZone Kaspersky Endpoint Security and ESET PROTECT.
* Network troubleshooting incident handling security practices and technical documentation.
Educational Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related field.
* A Diploma in IT or Networking may be considered for candidates with strong practical experience.
Experience Requirements
* 35 years of relevant hands-on experience in IT infrastructure networking and network security.
* UAE work experience in IT infrastructure networking firewall administration or technical support is required.
* Experience supporting corporate networks multiple locations client projects or AMC environments is highly preferred.
* Ability to independently troubleshoot complex infrastructure and network security issues.
Preferred Certifications
* CCNA or equivalent networking knowledge.
* Fortinet NSE 4 or equivalent FortiGate administration knowledge.
* Microsoft Windows Server Microsoft 365 or Azure certifications.
Additional Requirements
* A valid UAE driving licence is preferred/required for client site visits.
* Strong analytical troubleshooting communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate with clients and technical teams.
* Willingness to travel to client sites across the UAE as required.
* Immediate joiners or candidates who can join within 15 days are preferred.
What We Expect
The successful candidate must be capable of independently managing IT infrastructure network security and cloud services for VRS Technologies LLC and its AMC clients. Strong practical experience in FortiGate firewall administration VPN configuration SD-WAN switching Windows Server Microsoft 365 AWS backup and endpoint security is essential.
**Candidates with theoretical knowledge only and no hands-on FortiGate VPN implementation and troubleshooting experience will not be suitable for this position.**
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are requested to share their updated CV with ****.
Pay: AED3500.00 - AED8000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
VRS Technologies LLC is an IT solutions and infrastructure services provider in the UAE delivering networking cybersecurity cloud solutions IT infrastructure technical support and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) services to clients across the GCC.
We are looking for an experienced **IT Infrastructure & Network Security Engineer** to manage our internal IT infrastructure and support client projects and AMC customers. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on technical experience excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to independently manage networks firewalls servers cloud platforms email systems backups and endpoint security.
Key Responsibilities1. Network Infrastructure Switching & Wireless
* Configure manage and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst switches includingand 9300 series.
* Manage HPE Aruba CX 6200F Ruckus ICX 7250 Ubiquiti UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link managed switches.
* Configure VLANs access and trunk ports inter-VLAN routing Layer 2/Layer 3 switching STP link aggregation and PoE.
* Configure and manage wireless access points from Cisco Meraki Cisco Aironet/Catalyst Aruba Ruckus UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link.
* Manage wireless controllers and cloud-based platforms SSIDs guest Wi-Fi corporate Wi-Fi VLAN mapping and authentication.
* Troubleshoot network connectivity Wi-Fi coverage interference slow speeds switch ports fiber links and SFP modules.
* Maintain network diagrams IP addressing records VLAN documentation and switch configuration backups.
* Coordinate with ISPs and vendors to resolve connectivity and infrastructure issues.
2. FortiGate Firewall ISP Configuration SD-WAN & VPN
* Install configure manage and troubleshoot FortiGate 40F 60F and 80F firewalls.
* Configure WAN/LAN interfaces ISP connections static IP DHCP PPPoE DNS and internet gateways.
* Implement Multi-WAN connectivity redundancy FortiGate SD-WAN health checks and link-selection policies.
* Configure firewall policies address and service objects NAT VIP port forwarding static routes default routes and policy routes.
* Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate High Availability (HA) including Active-Passive and Active-Active configurations where supported and required.
* **Demonstrate strong practical hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting FortiGate SSL VPN and Site-to-Site IPsec VPN tunnels in live production environments.**
* Configure SSL VPN user authentication VPN portals IP pools access permissions routing and firewall policies.
* Implement Site-to-Site IPsec VPN connectivity between head offices branches warehouses and remote locations.
* Troubleshoot Phase 1 and Phase 2 negotiation failures authentication errors encryption settings routing issues NAT ISP changes and public IP changes.
* Troubleshoot Dynamic DNS (DDNS) issues and restore VPN connectivity during outages.
* Review firewall logs investigate blocked traffic upgrade firmware check license expiry back up configurations and maintain security documentation.
3. Windows Server Active Directory & Remote Desktop Services
* Install configure maintain and troubleshoot Windows Server environments.
* Manage Active Directory users groups Organizational Units (OUs) Group Policy domain joining and authentication.
* Configure and troubleshoot DNS DHCP IP addressing domain login account lockouts and access permissions.
* Manage file servers shared folders NTFS permissions and user access.
* Configure and troubleshoot Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and Remote Desktop Services (RDS).
* Manage RDS Collections Remote Desktop Licensing license server activation RDS CALs and licensing modes.
* Troubleshoot RDP connectivity licensing errors login failures and server performance issues.
* Perform server patching updates maintenance performance monitoring and security checks.
4. Virtualization Physical Servers & AWS Cloud
* Manage VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V environments.
* Create and manage virtual machines virtual networks storage and snapshots.
* Install upgrade migrate and maintain physical and virtual servers.
* Manage NAS/SAN storage RAID and server resource utilization.
* Configure AWS EC2 instances VPCs subnets route tables and security groups.
* Manage AWS EBS volumes snapshots Amazon S3 storage and IAM permissions.
* Configure cloud infrastructure storage and access controls based on client requirements.
* Monitor cloud availability resource utilization storage capacity and costs.
* Troubleshoot cloud server networking storage and access-related issues.
5. Microsoft 365 Entra ID & Email Security
* Administer Microsoft 365 through the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and Exchange Admin Center.
* Manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) users licenses mailboxes shared mailboxes distribution groups and permissions.
* Troubleshoot Outlook Exchange Online Microsoft Teams SharePoint and OneDrive.
* Configure and troubleshoot Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) authentication methods Conditional Access where licensed and administrator roles.
* Review sign-in and audit logs to investigate account lockouts authentication failures and suspicious activity.
* Perform email migrations from Zoho Mail Google Workspace and other email platforms to Microsoft 365.
* Configure email DNS records including MX SPF DKIM and DMARC.
* Manage available Microsoft Defender for Office 365 security features including anti-spam anti-phishing anti-malware Safe Links and Safe Attachments where licensed.
* Investigate phishing emails spoofed sender addresses suspicious links malicious attachments quarantined emails and email delivery issues.
* Use message trace to troubleshoot email delivery and support Microsoft Intune device enrollment where deployed and licensed.
6. Backup Cloud Storage & Disaster Recovery
* Configure and manage Acronis Cyber Protect and other supported backup solutions.
* Schedule and monitor backups for physical servers virtual machines file servers databases and NAS.
* Configure local and cloud backup destinations including AWS S3 integration where supported.
* Manage backup jobs retention policies encryption access permissions storage lifecycle rules and storage tiers.
* Configure AWS EBS snapshots and other appropriate recovery options.
* Monitor backup failures storage capacity alerts and cloud storage costs.
* Perform restoration tests to verify data recoverability and troubleshoot backup and recovery failures.
7. Endpoint Security & Infrastructure Monitoring
* Manage Bitdefender GravityZone Kaspersky Endpoint Security and ESET PROTECT.
* Configure antivirus anti-malware ransomware protection endpoint policies and security updates.
* Monitor security alerts investigate threats troubleshoot security agents and address endpoint vulnerabilities.
* Understand Microsoft Defender Antivirus Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Intune.
* Perform preventive maintenance firmware upgrades configuration backups and infrastructure health checks.
* Investigate network outages high traffic switch errors slow connectivity and other infrastructure alerts.
* Maintain incident reports technical documentation and configuration records.
8. Client Projects AMC Support & Internal IT
* Manage IT infrastructure for VRS Technologies LLC client projects and AMC customers across the GCC.
* Install configure upgrade and maintain network firewall server cloud and endpoint infrastructure.
* Independently troubleshoot technical issues and implement appropriate solutions within agreed timelines.
* Coordinate with clients internal teams vendors and ISPs.
* Follow security policies change management procedures and documentation standards.
* Support multiple client locations while maintaining reliable secure and available IT services.
Technical Skills Required
Candidates must have practical knowledge and hands-on experience in:
* TCP/IP subnetting VLANs routing switching DNS and DHCP.
* Cisco Catalyst Aruba CX Ruckus ICX UniFi TP-Link Omada and D-Link switches.
* Enterprise wireless access points wireless controllers and cloud-based Wi-Fi management.
* FortiGate firewalls ISP configuration Multi-WAN SD-WAN firewall policies NAT and HA.
* **Live production configuration and troubleshooting of FortiGate SSL VPN and Site-to-Site IPsec VPN.**
* Windows Server Active Directory Group Policy RDP RDS and RDS licensing.
* VMware ESXi Hyper-V physical servers NAS/SAN and RAID.
* AWS EC2 VPC security groups EBS S3 and IAM.
* Microsoft 365 Exchange Online Entra ID MFA Conditional Access and email migration.
* Email security SPF DKIM DMARC and available Microsoft Defender security features.
* Acronis Cyber Protect backup retention encryption restoration and disaster recovery.
* Bitdefender GravityZone Kaspersky Endpoint Security and ESET PROTECT.
* Network troubleshooting incident handling security practices and technical documentation.
Educational Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related field.
* A Diploma in IT or Networking may be considered for candidates with strong practical experience.
Experience Requirements
* 35 years of relevant hands-on experience in IT infrastructure networking and network security.
* UAE work experience in IT infrastructure networking firewall administration or technical support is required.
* Experience supporting corporate networks multiple locations client projects or AMC environments is highly preferred.
* Ability to independently troubleshoot complex infrastructure and network security issues.
Preferred Certifications
* CCNA or equivalent networking knowledge.
* Fortinet NSE 4 or equivalent FortiGate administration knowledge.
* Microsoft Windows Server Microsoft 365 or Azure certifications.
Additional Requirements
* A valid UAE driving licence is preferred/required for client site visits.
* Strong analytical troubleshooting communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate with clients and technical teams.
* Willingness to travel to client sites across the UAE as required.
* Immediate joiners or candidates who can join within 15 days are preferred.
What We Expect
The successful candidate must be capable of independently managing IT infrastructure network security and cloud services for VRS Technologies LLC and its AMC clients. Strong practical experience in FortiGate firewall administration VPN configuration SD-WAN switching Windows Server Microsoft 365 AWS backup and endpoint security is essential.
**Candidates with theoretical knowledge only and no hands-on FortiGate VPN implementation and troubleshooting experience will not be suitable for this position.**
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are requested to share their updated CV with ****.
Pay: AED3500.00 - AED8000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
About Company
VRS Technologies LLC a UAE-based provider of IT solutions IT rentals and IT services helps businesses thrive with tailored IT strategies innovative technology and reliable support for growth.
