Data Centre Network Specialist

(Saudi National Only)                                                

Grade: G05

Location: RIYADH

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 23/07/2026

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible to the RSAF Directorate of Communications and Information Technology (DCIT) Network Engineering and Computer Center (NECC) for the support for RSAF Data Centre Networks. 

Responsibilities

 The incumbent will:

·       Install, maintain and troubleshoot network equipment within RSAF data centres

·       Perform fault and problem management to meet the high availability and service levels expected of an RSAF Data Centre.

·       Develop and maintain network documentation that includes process, procedures and relevant physical and logical network diagrams.

·       Provide direct support for the planning, co-ordination, upgrade, enhancement and implementation of Data Centre networks.

·       Contribute to long term network capacity planning and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)

·       Ensure stable performance through performance monitoring and tuning.

·       Implement new and additional technologies that will improve the virtual networking infrastructure.

·       Assess implications of emergency changes on processes and systems

Job Requirements:

The individual will be required to meet the following criteria:

·       Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a data centre environment.

·       Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE R&S), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP R&S), Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE), VMware Certified Professional 6 – Network Virtualization (VCP6-NV), other industry certifications or equivalent experience.

·       Bachelor’s degree

·       At least one relevant industry certification, training, and/or degree (CCNE preferred)

·       Certified CCNP Data Center.

·       Thorough knowledge of configuration management in a large data center environment.

·       Demonstrated knowledge of internetworking systems topologies and architectures, protocols, fabric technologies and carrier services.

·       Experience in design, implementation and 24×7 support of complex enterprise networks.

·       Strong Switching and Routing knowledge – specially on Cisco environment (experience with Extreme is added advantage)

·       Knowledge in Extreme Technologies (LAN / WAN / Wireless). Hands on experience is preferred

·       Experience with data center networking and cloud networking technologies.

·       Experience in scalable networking design, including high availability, redundancy, failover and load balancing. 

·       Strong understanding of Network Security.

·       Analyse business requirements to develop technical network solutions & evaluate emerging technologies.

·       Solid troubleshooting skills including packet level analysis.

·       Technical expertise with Cisco vPC, BGP, OSPF, Link Aggregation (LACP), QoS, traffic engineering, IPSEC, ACI, multicast, data security, VxLAN, eVPN.

·       Experience with configuration and troubleshooting Cisco Nexus and Catalyst series switches and ASR series Routers.

·       Hands on experience with firewalls Technology

·       Good understanding of structured cabling standards.

·       Experience with one or more third-party networking products such as F5, Juniper, Cisco, Splunk, InfoBlox, or Palo Alto Networks. 

·       knowledge of SDN virtual switching technologies including Cisco ACI and VMware NSX capabilities.

·       He will be a skilled communicator.

·       The role should be filled by someone with demonstrable recent experience in a Converged Infrastructure environment.

·       Demonstrate an ability to diagnose problems and make objective decisions in order to rapidly put corrective actions on place.

·       He will be a Saudi National.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

 In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

 BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to

develop the Saudi defence industry as well as developing a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and or to perform essential job functions).

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals..