Avensys is a reputed global IT professional services company headquartered in Singapore. Our service spectrum includes enterprise solution consulting, business intelligence, business process automation and managed services. Given our decade of success we have evolved to become one of the top trusted providers in Singapore and service a client base across banking and financial services, insurance, information technology, healthcare, retail and supply chain.
We are seeking for Network Security Engineer Position
Position Details:
Network Security Engineer (1 year Onsite Assignment)
Location: Saudi Arabia (Onsite required)
Engagement Type: Contract 1 year (Renewable)
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as available
Yrs of Exp: Min 4+ years of relevant experience
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Security Operations & Monitoring:
- Monitor firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention/detection systems, and other network security appliances for threats or anomalies. Respond to alerts and incidents based on threat intelligence and internal SOC escalations.
- Firewall Management:
- Perform firewall rule reviews, changes, and optimization under established policies. Work with vendors and Level 3 engineers for troubleshooting and rule impact analysis.
- Access Control & VPNs:
- Manage remote access and site-to-site VPNs, including configurations, troubleshooting, and usage auditing. Support NAC and segmentation policies within LAN/WAN environments.
- Strong experience in Cisco ISE.
- Incident Response & Escalation:
- Participate in the response to security events and vulnerability findings. Document root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Change Implementation & Documentation:
- Implement security-related configuration changes in coordination with change management processes. Maintain records of firewall policies, security incidents, and access controls.
Required skills
Skills & Qualifications:
- Typically, 3+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 1 year in a similar role
- Experience with firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/FTD), IPS/IDS, and secure web gateways.
- Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, NAT, VPN, SSL/TLS).
- Familiarity with log analysis, SIEM tools, and incident handling procedures.
- Basic scripting or automation skills (Python, Bash) are a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Clear communication skills, particularly when interacting with cross-functional teams.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Preferred certifications:
- Cisco CCNA (required), CCNP (preferred)
- SD-WAN or Wireless certifications (Cisco, Aruba, etc.) are a plus
Working Conditions:
- On-call responsibilities for after-hours security events may be required.
- Occasional work with external vendors, audits, or compliance teams.
- Participation in periodic vulnerability assessments and penetration test reviews.
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
You will be remunerated with an excellent base salary and entitled to attractive company benefits. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to enjoy a fun and collaborative work environment, alongside a strong career progression.
To submit your application, please apply online or email your UPDATED CV in Microsoft Word format to [Confidential Information]. Your interest will be treated with strict confidentiality.
CONSULTANT DETAILS:
Consultant Name : Uma
AvensysConsultingPteLtd
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