Presales Engineer - ICT Networks | Real Estate | AFET

Job Requisition ID: 164910 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:

The Data Network & Security Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in conceptualizing, creating, and refining intricate network and security solutions tailored to address our diverse clientele’s unique demands. This multifaceted responsibility encompasses an in-depth engagement with clients, where the Network Engineer will methodically assess their current infrastructure, intricately analyze their specific requirements, and devise strategic and comprehensive recommendations to optimize network performance and fortify their security posture. 

• The Data Network & Security Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, analysing, and optimizing network and security solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients. He will work closely with clients to understand their requirements, assess their current infrastructure, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance their network performance and security posture.  

  
  

• The job holder will collaborate & support the Sales, technical, and professional services teams in the business to increase the sales of Data Network & Security. 

  
  

What you will do:

Network  & Security Design:  

• Develop detailed network designs and architectures, including LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability. 
• Design and implement comprehensive security strategies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and encryption technologies. 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and local regulations.

Collaboration: 

• Engage with clients to gather and analyse business requirements, assess existing network and security setups, and provide actionable recommendations. 
• Responsible for interfacing with the Sales & operations team in developing the solution design and the project deliverables. 
• Coordinate with the project’s stakeholders, such as clients, architects, consultants from other disciplines, and contractors. 

Business Excellence  

• Prepare product and solution matrix to enhance our portfolio by introducing new products and solutions.  
• Maintain relationships with AFT business partners, suppliers and vendors. 
• Compare possible solutions with competitors’ solutions in terms of price, quality and performance and prepare supporting arguments for presentation and negotiation with the customer.  

Continuous Improvement: 

• Stay updated on industry trends, technology advancements, and relevant standards and codes to improve design practices. 
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge. 

Documentation and Reporting 

• Prepare technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and Solution drawings. 
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and clients.

Required skills to be successful: 

Behavioural Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Communication & Presentation Skills 
• Excellent customer service 
• Professional knowledge 
• Teamwork 
• Time management skills 
• Analytical skills / Attention to detail 
• Problem-solving skills 
• Negotiation Skills 
• Integrity/Ethics 
• Ability to handle pressure 

What Equips you for the role: 

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:   

• Graduate Engineer in Electronics / Electrical or equivalent 
• CCDP, CCNP, or Equivalent certification is a MUST. CCIE / CISSP will be highly preferred. 
• Certified in Designing Solutions: WCNP, ACDX, or AQPS is an added advantage. 

Minimum Experience:  

• Must have 5+ years of experience designing and project management for Network systems. 

Job-Specific Skills: 

• Software-Defined Networks - Wired & Wireless and Cloud-based Network Solutions 
• Product Knowledge of Cisco, Aruba, Dell, Alcatel, and Ruckus. 
• Security Solutions: Multi-Layered Security Solution, Next Generation Firewalls, SDWAN. 
• Good knowledge of Voice & IP Telephony, Wireless, Security, SD-WAN, Virtualization & NMS 
• Must have complete network lifecycle experience, including requirements gathering, solution mapping, testing, documentation, configuration, and maintenance 
• Implementation of tiered network architecture / Campus networks 

About Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies
Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies offers customers complete engineering and systems integration solutions. 
 
The Engineering arm operates in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt providing a wide variety of products and services from air conditioning, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety, facilities management, building products, MEP, Energy Management, Technology Infrastructure and Digital Transformation. 
 
The Technologies division provides complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers that include, contact centre solutions, business applications, business intelligence, data management, advanced analytics amongst others. The IT infrastructure portfolio comprises IP telephony, ELV systems, networking solutions, professional audio-visual solutions and managed services. 
 
These solutions are further complemented by services that include project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after-sales maintenance contracts.