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Location:
Bowsher

Employment Type:
Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated
Network & Security Engineer
with strong fundamentals in networking and security to join our team. The ideal candidate should have solid technical knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking, switching concepts, and firewall management, along with a willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices (switches, firewalls, etc.).
• Implement and support VLANs, trunk/access ports, and inter-VLAN routing.
• Maintain and optimize network performance, ensuring redundancy and loop prevention using LACP and STP.
• Manage firewall environments (preferably FortiGate), including policy creation, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Support VPN configuration and troubleshooting.
• Provide basic DNS and DHCP administration, including IP helper configuration.
• Collaborate with team members on network projects, security implementations, and incident resolution.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of the
  OSI Model
  (Layer 2 & Layer 3).
• Clear knowledge of
  access vs. trunk ports
  (tagged/untagged traffic) and their use cases.
• Experience with
  LACP
  and
  STP
  , with the ability to prevent and troubleshoot network loops.
• Practical knowledge of
  VLANs
  ,
  SVIs (Switch Virtual Interfaces)
  , and
  inter-VLAN routing
  .
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience with firewalls
  (FortiGate experience preferred).
• Basic understanding of
  DNS
  and
  DHCP (including IP helper addresses)
  .
• Basic knowledge of
  VPNs
  (site-to-site and remote access).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and eagerness to learn new technologies.

IT Security Engineer (For Omanis and expat in Oman only

• Security Architecture & Design:

Design, implement, and maintain secure systems, Firewalls, networks, Endpoints and applications to protect against threats.

• Vulnerability Management:

Conduct & Assist security assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and make recommendations for remediation.

• Threat Monitoring:

Monitor network activity and security logs for suspicious behavior and investigate potential security breaches.

• Incident Response:

Respond to and manage security incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

• Security Policy & Compliance:

Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Security Awareness:

Contribute to and deliver security awareness training to employees.

• Security Management:

Evaluate and optimize various security technologies, such as firewalls and endpoint security.

Required Skills & Experience

• Technical Proficiency:

Deep knowledge of network and system security, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems, EDR and security protocols.

• Problem-Solving Abilities:

Proven ability to solve technical challenges related to system vulnerabilities and security incidents.

• Communication Skills:

Ability to document security findings, procedures, and to educate staff on security best practices.

• Proactive Approach:

A commitment to proactively identifying and mitigating risks, rather than just reacting to incidents.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

3 to 5 years of experience in network security, system administration, and security incident response is often expected.

Salary will be negotiable

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Role purpose:

Vodafone is Oman's latest Network Operator. The presence of Vodafone in Oman will contribute to the development of all sectors, including the economic and educational sectors, and in line with Oman Vision 2040.

Our purpose is to 'Connect for a Better Future 'which underpins everything we do. Our solutions will positively impact society as we connect everyone in Oman for a better future. What we offer are market-leading customer experiences and innovative digital services.

We are looking for an Autonomous Security Engineer to help shape the next generation of security operations at Vodafone Oman. In this role, you will design, implement, and manage AI-powered and automated security workflows that enable our SOC to become more proactive, dynamic, and intelligent.

This is an opportunity to work at the cutting edge of security operations, building self-optimizing defences that reduce manual workload, accelerate incident response, and make Vodafone Oman's security operations truly autonomous. We do not believe in siloing our security staff into only specific responsibilities so this person will have the opportunity to work and grow in all aspects of the cybersecurity program. This is NOT your average Cyber, Computer Science, Networking, or Engineering job Vodafone is in search of top-notch cyber professional with technical expertise and driving desire.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

• Develop and deploy automation workflows across detection, triage, and response to reduce manual SOC overhead.
• Integrate AI/ML models to enhance anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and predictive security analytics.
• Design orchestration pipelines that enable autonomous decision-making in threat detection and response.
• Implement advanced SOAR and SIEM integrations, ensuring seamless automation across environments.
• Collaborate with security operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities for intelligent automation.
• Continuously refine and test autonomous playbooks to adapt to evolving threats.
• Ensure cloud-native security automation for Vodafone Oman's expanding digital footprint.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies in AI, SecOps, and automation to position Vodafone Oman at the forefront of security innovation.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in security operations, automation, or engineering roles.
• Hands-on expertise with security automation/orchestration platforms (e.g., SOAR, XDR, SIEM integrations).
• Experience applying AI/ML models for security analytics, anomaly detection, or predictive threat analysis.
• Strong scripting and automation background (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
• Familiarity with containerized/cloud-native security practices (Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with log management and analytics platforms (ELK, Splunk, etc.).
• Knowledge of GSMA standards, NIST, ISO 27001, and modern SecOps frameworks.
• Understanding of global cyber threat landscape and automation-driven response strategies

Key performance indicators:

• Reduction in Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Mean Time to Respond (MTTR).
• % of incidents successfully handled by autonomous workflows.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., GMON, GCDA, OSDA, MITRE ATT&CK Defender, or similar).
• Demonstrated experience in building automated scripts/tools for security.
• Track record in cyber drills, CTF events, or projects showcasing AI/automation skills.

JD For IT Security Engineer

· Security Architecture & Design:

Design, implement, and maintain secure systems, Firewalls, networks, Endpoints and applications to protect against threats.

· Vulnerability Management:

Conduct & Assist security assessments and penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and make recommendations for remediation.

· Threat Monitoring:

Monitor network activity and security logs for suspicious behavior and investigate potential security breaches.

· Incident Response:

Respond to and manage security incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

· Security Policy & Compliance:

Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

· Security Awareness:

Contribute to and deliver security awareness training to employees.

· Security Management:

Evaluate and optimize various security technologies, such as firewalls and endpoint security.

Required Skills & Experience

· Technical Proficiency:

Deep knowledge of network and system security, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems, EDR and security protocols.

· Problem-Solving Abilities:

Proven ability to solve technical challenges related to system vulnerabilities and security incidents.

· Communication Skills:

Ability to document security findings, procedures, and to educate staff on security best practices.

· Proactive Approach:

A commitment to proactively identifying and mitigating risks, rather than just reacting to incidents.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

· Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

· 3 to 5 years of experience in network security, system administration, and security incident response is often expected.

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Job Type: Full-time

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