Network Engineer📣 Job Ad
in Parsons Corporation
about 1 hour ago
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
Parsons Corporation is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will support operational technology, networking, server infrastructure, cybersecurity coordination, and systems integration activities for the RCRC Phase-2 Traffic Operations Program and the Parsons iNET deployment environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the operation, maintenance, and administration of Parsons iNET server and network infrastructure for the RCRC Phase-2 program.
- Coordinate with RCRC IT and Cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with operational, security, and infrastructure requirements.
- Manage and support Ubuntu/Linux-based server environments, including patch management, system updates, service monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Support the deployment, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of VPN connectivity between Parsons systems and external stakeholders, including the Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) and other Riyadh transportation-related agencies.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of secure communication pathways, firewall policies, routing configurations, and access control requirements.
- Assist with the installation, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of networking equipment, including firewalls, routers, and switches.
- Coordinate with Parsons ITS and integration teams regarding iNET platform services, application updates, connectivity, and operational support needs.
- Participate in change management activities, including migration support, rollback coordination, operational validation, and system recovery support.
- Support backup verification, disaster recovery coordination, and operational resiliency planning for Parsons-managed systems.
- Assist with cybersecurity compliance coordination, including vulnerability management, security hardening, access governance, and audit support.
- Monitor operational system health and support troubleshooting for ITS integrations, communications, and operational technology infrastructure.
- Prepare technical documentation, network diagrams, operational procedures, inventory records, and support reports.
- Coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including RCRC departments, contractors, vendors, and Parsons operational teams, to support integrated transportation operations.
- Provide general IT and networking support as needed to meet Parsons operational delivery requirements within the RCRC Phase-2 program.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in network engineering, cybersecurity, server administration, or operational technology infrastructure support.
- Experience supporting enterprise or operational technology environments involving networking, firewalls, cybersecurity, and server infrastructure.
- Experience with Linux/Ubuntu server administration, including patch management, system updates, service management, and troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including VLANs, routing, switching, VPN technologies, and firewall administration.
- Experience with enterprise firewall platforms such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity operational practices, including vulnerability assessments, access control management, security hardening, and audit coordination.
- Experience supporting high-availability operational environments and coordinating with multi-disciplinary technical teams.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities in live operational environments.
- Ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
Required Skills and Experience
- Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Server Administration, Operational Technology, Systems Integration
- Ubuntu/Linux Server Administration, Patch Management, VPN Connectivity, Firewall Policies, Routing Configurations, Access Control
- Networking Equipment (Firewalls, Routers, Switches), ITS Integrations, MDT/Change Management
- Backup Verification, Disaster Recovery, Operational Resiliency Planning
- Vulnerability Management, Security Hardening, Audit Support
- Technical Documentation, Network Diagrams, Operational Procedures, Inventory Records, Support Reports
- Stakeholder Coordination, IT Support
- Networking Fundamentals (VLANs, Routing, Switching, VPN Technologies, Firewall Administration)
- Experience with Firewall Platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco)
- Vulnerability Assessments, Access Control Management, High-Availability Environments, Troubleshooting, Problem-Solving, Communication, Organizational Skills
- Experience supporting ITS, Transportation Operations, Smart City, Metro, Bus, or Traffic Management environments
- Experience coordinating with government IT and cybersecurity organizations
- Familiarity with Juniper, Cisco, HPE, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Virtualization/Server Technologies
- Experience with Disaster Recovery Coordination and Operational Resiliency Planning
- Familiarity with V2X Systems, Real-time Operational Communications, and Transportation Technology Integrations
- Experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) or mission-critical infrastructure environments
- Experience working on large-scale transportation or smart mobility programs within the Gulf Region
- Arabic communication skills are preferred but not required.
- Preferred certifications include: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), Commvault Certified Professional, ITOM Associate Certification, Cisco Data Center Networking technologies, and Symantec NetBackup for Windows environments.
Work Location and Type
This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is subject to RCRC operational and cybersecurity approval requirements.
Requirements
- Requires 5-10 Years experience
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