62 Networking jobs in Riyadh

You will sit at the intersection ofengineering and delivery—owning the full project lifecycle for high-value networking and infrastructure engagements. From pre-sales scoping through go-live and account growth, you’ll translate customer needs into realistic project plans, marshal cross-functional teams, and ensure every milestone is hit on scope, on budget, and on time.

• Partner with account executives to qualify opportunities, run discovery workshops, estimate effort, and craft statements of work (SoWs) that balance technical feasibility with commercial goals.
• Build detailed schedules, resource plans, and risk registers for multi-site LAN/WAN, data-center, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, cloud-networking, and security rollouts. Track progress with agile or waterfall methods as appropriate.
• Own project P&L, manage change requests, and forecast revenue recognition. Ensure procurement of Cisco, Huawei, Fortinet, and passive infrastructure aligns with cash-flow targets.
• Serve as the single point of contact for clients, vendors, distributors, and internal leadership. Provide weekly status reports, executive dashboards, and steering-committee updates.
• Coordinate solutions architects, field engineers, and third-party contractors. Mentor junior PMs and uphold PMO standards (templates, lessons learned, KPIs).
• Enforce QA processes, run acceptance testing, lead issue/defect triage, and implement mitigation plans for scope, schedule, or cost variances.
• Conduct project close-outs, secure client sign-off, and surface upsell or renewal opportunities to the sales team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Business with a technical focus.
• 5+ years managing networking or infrastructure projects valued at ≥ USD 1 M.
• Solid understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, structured cabling, and data-center / cloud topologies.
• Proven track record overseeing simultaneous projects from proposal through handover.
• Strong commercial acumen: budgeting, margin protection, contract terms, and vendor management.
• Excellent English communication—able to craft executive-level decks and negotiate with CXO clients.
• Proficiency with project-management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or Jira) and collaboration suites (M365, Google Workspace).

• Vendor credentials (CCNP/CCDP, NSE 4–7, HCIP) or cloud networking certs (AWS Networking, Azure Network Engineer).
• Experience delivering projects in financial services, telco, or government sectors.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, SASE, and automation frameworks (Ansible, Terraform).

You’ll own marquee projects that modernize national-scale networks while working in a culture that values autonomy, innovation, and career acceleration. Expect direct mentorship from senior leadership, funded certifications, flexible work options, and a performance-based package that scales with the success you deliver.

Responsible for managing a large enterprise / Govt sector in KSA.
Day to day management of the team by handling escalations.
Defining and enforcing the procedures and policies to ensure 100% uptime.
Helping with the overall network architecture and vendor management.
Performing periodic network audits and deploying the industry best practices.
Responsible for making Incident reports, Root cause analysis and sharing with the customer.
Responsible for reviewing the changes and active participation in CAB discussions.
Responsible for maintaining documentation, diagram, Incident Reports, Root Cause Analysis etc.

At least 6 years of experience in managing large distributed networks.
Experience in running large enterprise networks on a 24-7 basis.
JNCIE SEC or JNCIE MT accreditation is Mandatory, and deep knowledge of Juniper networking products like SSG, ISG, STRM, SSL VPN Gateway, M10i, J Series and EX series switches etc.
Deep understanding of OSPF and BGP protocols’ operation principle, switching technologies etc.
Knowledge of IP network design, WAN and LAN networking (MSTP and RSTP knowledge is essential) and multi service CoPP, QoS installations.
Experience in Juniper Security / Firewalls, Load balancers like F5 LTM is a plus.
Must have experience in managing distributed teams is an added advantage.
Experience in Juniper M/J/EX series is needed.
Experience in managing customer is a plus.
Experience in vendor management is a plus.
Comfortable to work under pressure environment.
ITIL v3 Foundation certification is mandatory.

Principal Network & Cloud Networking Engineer (6‑Month Contract)

Join Mozn , a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionizing Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We are scaling to deliver AI‑powered products and solutions globally.

• Design, implement, and optimize hybrid and multi‑cloud network architectures across AWS, GCP, Azure, and on‑prem environments.
• Build and manage global SD‑WAN, site‑to‑site VPNs, and interconnects (e.g., Direct Connect, Interconnect, ExpressRoute).
• Own Layer 3–7 network design, segmentation strategy, traffic flow optimization, and firewall policy enforcement.
• Ensure end‑to‑end network observability, latency analysis, and proactive incident management.
• Serve as the SME for FortiGate firewall deployments (physical and virtual) across data centers and cloud environments.
• Define and enforce security zones, NAT rules, SSL inspection, and IPS/IDS capabilities.
• Collaborate with the Cloud Security Architect on zero‑trust, micro‑segmentation, and edge protection designs.
• Maintain firewall rule hygiene, audit readiness, and compliance alignment (e.g., PDPL, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Design secure, resilient cloud connectivity strategies including hub‑and‑spoke, transit gateway, and hybrid mesh topologies.
• Implement cloud‑native networking services (e.g., VPC, VNet, Shared VPC, Cloud NAT, Private Link).
• Support cross‑cloud service communications, domain resolution, and egress traffic control.
• Partner with the FinOps Architect to ensure efficient and cost‑effective network design.
• Act as a technical leader across infrastructure, cloud, and security teams, providing network expertise.
• Partner closely with platform and SRE teams to deliver production‑grade network capabilities.
• Mentor mid‑ and senior‑level engineers and shape internal network engineering standards.
• Participate in root‑cause analysis and post‑mortems for major network‑impacting events.

• 12+ years of enterprise networking experience, with at least 5 years focused on cloud networking and firewall engineering.
• Deep expertise with FortiGate firewalls (configuration, policy management, HA, logging, IPS, SSL inspection).
• Strong experience with multi‑cloud environments including AWS, GCP, Azure—especially around secure connectivity.
• Familiarity with Terraform, Infrastructure‑as‑Code, and automated network provisioning.
• Solid understanding of DNS, BGP, IPSec, NAT, VLANs, routing protocols, and SD‑WAN.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and network security standards (PDPL, NIST, ISO, etc.).
• Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Industry certifications (e.g., NSE4+, CCNP, GCP/AWS Networking Specialty) are a strong advantage.

Mozn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Network Engineer. This position will be located in Saudi Arabia and will be an onsite position.

Gathers information concerning the capabilities of Company products; investigates the technical capabilities of Company products and competing equipment and / or solutions; stays abreast of developments in hardware and software. Generates quantifiable requirements based on customer description, system planning and design, and ensures requirements comply through formal verification methods. Translates high level product development strategies into network and system requirement specifications and works with other engineering disciplines to develop lower level detailed implementation requirements. Establishes and coordinates development of standards, practices, and procedures as related to the network and system development. Designs interfaces and brings network and system elements together so they work as a whole. Assesses performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures. Customer liaison and support for business development activities and to understand and shape requirements. Coordinates the planning, design, and installation of equipment, using knowledge of engineering and programming as well as sophisticated instruments and computers. Participates in system conceptual design and documentation of the design concepts. Installs all new hardware, systems, and software for networks. Designs, creates, and builds network services, equipment and devices. Generates system level requirements verification procedures and customer acceptance test procedures. Monitors system performance and implements performance tuning. Reviews test plans / procedures and ensures they meet the objectives of the contractual requirements and participates in the testing process to validate requirements.

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)

• Clearance Required: Secret
• Five+ (5) years of Network Engineering experience with USN or comparable Department of Defense (DoD) agencies.
• Two+ (2) years of experience with Network management tools (can be part of five+ (5) years USN / DoD experience).
• Three+ (3) years of experience in network design and operations (can be part of five+ (5) years USN / DoD experience).
• Certifications in CompTIA NetWork+, CompTIA Security+.
• Experience working OCONUS in security cooperation efforts or for foreign customers (i.e., not for US military bases or USG facilities).
• PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

• Three+ (3) years of experience as an engineer supporting C4I systems.
• Three+ (3) years of experience with NAVWAR prime mission products.
• Experience interacting with US and foreign senior military / government officials.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Engineering.

GovCIO is a team of transformers people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer? What You Can Expect Interview & Hiring Process If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect: During the Interview Process Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and / or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview During the Hiring Process Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening Background check, to include: Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application Employee Perks Benefits At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Corporate Discounts Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content Training, Education and Certification Assistance Referral Bonus Program Internal Mobility Program Pet Insurance Flexible Work Environment Available to full-time employees Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability / vets.

Job InfoAs a network support engineer, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the systems that allow organizations to function and communicate, both internally and externally, on a daily basis. Depending on your level of responsibility, tasks may include upgrading the company’s communications infrastructure or installing a new system. Regardless of the type of business, as a network support engineer you’ll be responsible for designing, installing and maintaining the communications, file sharing and general IT resources used by the organization.

• Installing new software
• Installing new hardware (servers, printers, computer workstations, etc.)
• Setting up user accounts, permissions and passwords
• Overseeing security of all systems, especially the internet, and installing antivirus protection
• Fixing network faults
• Network maintenance
• Technical support for people using the network
• Training staff on new systems
• Day to day admin and monitoring of network use
• Planning future improvements, suggesting IT solutions to business problems
• Making sure all IT meets industry standards
• Supervising helpdesk staff

• Good at problem solving
• Good at organizing and multitasking
• Able to explain technical problems in simple terms
• Work well with people
• A dedication to continually update knowledge
• A clear understanding of the employer’s particular systems
• In-depth knowledge of LAN, WAN, MAN and GAN

• Extensive experience of support and provisioning of routers and firewalls in a similar role
• Should have experience on firewalls and UTMs
• High level of customer service skills
• Capable of producing high standards of work within tight deadlines
• Highly organized and able to work on own initiative to complete the range of tasks required
• Capable of working as part of a team and able to work in key Zen and customer projects
• A keen interest in computer networking and WAN technology
• Able to operate effectively in difficult and pressured situations
• Flexible and willing to work outside core business hours as required

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Penta Consulting are a technology service provider and industry‑leading outsourced partner. We've specialised in providing professional and managed services to OEMs, system integrators, and financial services providers globally as well as IT and Telco companies for over 26 years.

We are looking for a Network Engineer to support one of the biggest Global Technology Leader's in the world. This position is going to be based in Saudi Arabia.

• Leads customer delivery engagements and/or provides escalation support for large scale solutions and complex issues through deep technical expertise. Provides leadership capabilities and insight for creation and sharing of intellectual capital, influences the Engineering team to improve products, actively mentors and develops others.
• Thought leader; collaborates cross functionally with internal stakeholders to showcase the value of Cisco services and solutions to customers.
• Drives customer technology transitions, influencing solution architectures and services.
• Builds customer simulations to resolve/validate complex problems and compatibility issues.
• Leads creation and dissemination of technical collateral, intellectual capital, documentation and knowledge transfer.
• Provides technical expertise and escalation support in documenting and resolving technical problems found in products and solutions.
• Mentors and develops others.

• Contribute effectively in the areas of Customer Problem Resolution; Innovation; Engineering Engagement; Intellectual Capital; Talent Development.
• Actively mentors and develops others.
• Leads the creation and sharing of intellectual property (content, training) including digital intellectual property (e.g. scripts, software assets) in the most productive manner for various audiences, customers.
• Interacts effectively with Engineering to solve complex problems, identifies serviceability issues and drives resolution of the issues with Engineering and other organizations.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance to resolve complex customer problems in support of escalations.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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As a Network Engineer, you will provide technical support to customers and partners, focusing on pre-sales test support, partner training, and project implementation on Ruijie network products or solutions. You will also be responsible for service delivery quality within your coverage territory.

To succeed in this role, you must be a motivated self-starter and self-learner, with strong customer service and technical problem-solving skills.

• Work with remote TAC and R&D teams to conduct pre-sales tests, POCs, and demonstrations, focusing on Network and Wireless areas.
• Collaborate closely with the TAC level 2 support team to resolve technical issues and service requests from partners and customers efficiently.
• Provide technical support to enterprise industry channel partners, focusing on Campus Network and Wireless areas.
• Enhance channel partners’ technical service capabilities through regular training, technical certification, product training, and workshops.
• Assist in establishing service process systems (customer support, RMA, project delivery, etc.) and ensure service quality by managing service partner delivery in responsible countries.

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in network essentials or related fields, or equivalent work experience.
• Over 3 years of technical support and implementation experience in network-related areas (Switch, Router, VPN, Wireless). Experience with Cisco, HPE, Aruba, Ruckus, Huawei, and Juniper is preferred.
• Experience in configuring and administering Wireless products (LAN Controllers, Access Points), and Wireless LAN Security (WEP, WPA2/WPA3, LEAP, PEAP).
• Professional certifications like CCNP/CCIE, HCNP/HCNE, JNCIS/JNCIP, HPE ASE, Aruba ACMP are preferred.
• Experience in customer interaction or client-facing roles, with excellent presentation, communication, and moderation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong multitasking skills and managing multiple engagements.
• Excellent English communication skills; Chinese language skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently for business.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Sales, Business Development, and Consulting

• Computer Networking Products, IT Services and Consulting, and Network Security

This job posting is active and accepting applications.

As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business operations and deliver high-quality IT solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain LAN & WAN infrastructure to ensure seamless connectivity and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, including routing, switching, and firewall configurations.
• Manage and administer Ubuntu and Windows servers, ensuring system stability and security.
• Implement and maintain network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network performance and optimize network resources for maximum efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT teams to plan and execute network upgrades and expansions.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff.
• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to recommend improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of LAN & WAN technologies, including routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), switching, and VLANs.
• Hands-on experience with Ubuntu and Windows server administration.
• Proficiency in network troubleshooting tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with network security practices and tools (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) is a plus.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

” The Job Description”

1. Adhere to CLIENT’s procedures and guidelines for design, selection, implementation and maintenance of network components as well as change management process.
2. Properly administer network software, hardware, and components and ensure the availability of the network infrastructure.
3. Control network devices/components and coordinate network access and use.
4. Anticipate potential networking problems and implement preventive measures.
5. Perform routine network component startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control records.
6. Maintain equipment or coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure high availability and service levels.
7. Maintain logs related to network functions, as well as maintenance and repair records.
8. Maintain current documentation including logical and physical network designs and layout diagrams.
9. Manage small to medium sized projects according to agree upon budgets and schedules.
10. Strong knowledge of Routing and Switching Protocols such as OSPF,EIGRP,BGP,MPLS,VPC.
11. Strong knowledge of Security technologies such as IPS, DPI, Load balancing ,VPN implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
12. Design, plan, establish, and optimize wireless networks.
13. Develop wireless network infrastructures and make recommendations on systems enhancements for optimization.
14. Provide technical assessment of requirements and definition from conception to launch.
15. Monitor network equipment for outages, traffic problems and service levels, and provide problem resolution when needed.
16. Analyze equipment performance records to determine the need for repair, replacement or enhancement.

Requirements:

1. Minimum Qualification: Bachelor of Engineering or Computer Science.
2. Minimum Work Experience: Min of 5+ years of experience.
3. Level of English: Excellent in both reading and writing.

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