IT Network Engineer II

About AL TAIF

We are the leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services, and comprehensive lifecycle support for land platforms, heavy utility vehicles and ground support equipment. We empower our customer to focus on its missions, confident that its land-based platforms and systems, warfighters and other personnel are in optimal condition to operate at peak performance.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage a resilient and secure network infrastructure across core, distribution, and access layers.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues related to connectivity, latency, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support infrastructure projects and resolve incidents
• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of network hardware, including routers, switches, servers, and telecommunications equipment.
• Provide technical support for network operating systems and software applications, troubleshooting issues related to connectivity, security, and performance.
• Configure, manage, and optimize network security systems including firewalls, End Point Protection system to protect network integrity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues, including network outages, slow performance, and configuration errors.
• Maintain and update network diagrams, technical documentation, and asset management register.
• Support network integration, functional testing, and ensure all systems are running optimally across various environments.
• Maintain a clean and organized network infrastructure, ensuring that network equipment and server rooms are safe, secure, and well-maintained.
• Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and security of all company data and documents.
• Collaborate with the IT team to ensure all network-related policies and procedures are followed, contributing to team objectives and IT strategy.
• Lead network infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle management for switches, firewalls, and related hardware/software.
• Support VoIP, video conferencing, and other real-time communication systems across the network.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and operational standards in network and IT systems.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Manager, IT and Digitalization.
  
  

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology is required.
• A minimum of five years of experience in enterprise networking and security
• Certifications in any of the following are highly desired; CCNP, CCIE and SSCP
• A proven ability to interact with employees of different levels and different cultures is preferred.
• The ability to work analytically and independently, as well as within a team is preferred.
• The ability to adaptable to a rapidly changing technical environment is an advantage.
• An ability to communicate effectively in English and Arabic, both in writing and verbally is required.