Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

Alfardan Properties is currently seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the IT infrastructure in line with the organization’s business objectives.
• Evaluate current infrastructure capabilities, pinpoint areas for enhancement, and propose solutions to boost performance and efficiency.
• Manage the daily operations of the IT infrastructure, ensuring availability, reliability, and performance meet or exceed established service level agreements (SLAs).
• Perform regular assessments and audits of infrastructure components, addressing any identified issues or vulnerabilities.
• Implement proactive monitoring and maintenance strategies to prevent downtime and minimize disruptions to business operations.
• Plan and execute infrastructure projects, such as network upgrades, server migrations, and data center expansions.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource needs, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess project requirements, manage risks, and resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain relationships with third-party vendors and service providers.
• Negotiate contracts and SLAs to secure cost-effective, high-quality services.
• Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the IT infrastructure.
• Conduct regular testing and updates to ensure readiness for potential disruptions.
• Enforce security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard the organization’s infrastructure and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and address potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices regarding infrastructure security and data privacy.

Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• Proficiency in switching VLANs and ACLs.
• Experience with routers, firewalls, and various network devices (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper).
• Familiarity with wireless networking standards and technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, WPA3).
• Knowledge of cloud services and networking in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Technical understanding of IP phone systems (e.g., Cisco, Avaya).
• Experience in data center management.
• Experience in Active Directory management.
• Familiarity with Hyper-V and VMware.
• Experience in managing server hardware and operating systems.

Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA)
• Fortinet Network Security Specialist (NSE 6)
• Any relevant certification

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.