Network And Cloud Infrastructure Lead - Emiratisation

Job description / Role

You will be responsible for the design, performance, and reliability of the organization's end-to-end connectivity infrastructure. This includes both on-premise and cloud environments, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable network operations across the enterprise.

Client Details

A large, exciting entity going through a transformation.

Description

* Lead the design, implementation, and support of enterprise-wide network services, including routing, switching, MPLS, SDWAN, SASE, DNS, VPNs, F5 (WAF & Proxy), WiFi, and telephony.
* Manage hybrid cloud network integrations, including Azure and AWS connectivity, ExpressRoute, and VPN architecture.
* Monitor network traffic and system performance to proactively identify issues, resolve incidents, and maintain high service availability.
* Ensure adherence to security best practices, including firewalls, access controls, and compliance with local government security policies.
* Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to manage SLAs, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimization initiatives.
* Support continuous improvement of connectivity frameworks to meet evolving business and technology needs.

Job Offer

A chance to lead critical connectivity initiatives as part of a high-impact transformation program in Abu Dhabi.

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.
* Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
* Proven expertise in enterprise network engineering and operations, with hands-on experience across core technologies like MPLS, SDWAN, SASE, DNS, VPN, and cloud connectivity.
* Strong understanding of hybrid cloud environments, with experience in Azure/AWS networking and integration.
* Experience with performance monitoring tools and incident resolution in high-demand environments.
* Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance policies, particularly in public sector or highly regulated environments.
* Skilled in managing vendors and driving service excellence through effective SLA governance.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.