Network Engineer – Ruckus

Position Summary: Platinum Inc. Consultancy is seeking an experienced, highly technical, and accomplished Network Engineer with 5+ years of professional networking experience and deep expertise in Ruckus Wireless and FortiGate Firewalls to join our client engagement team on a full-time, permanent basis in Sharjah, UAE. In this specialized enterprise networking and wireless infrastructure role, you will spearhead managing Ruckus wireless architectures, enterprise switching environments, and next-generation firewall security policies. You will work closely with enterprise IT teams, infrastructure architects, and external technology vendors to ensure high network availability, robust security, and optimal wireless performance. Ideal candidates bring a robust academic degree in IT or computer science, professional certifications such as CCNA or Fortinet NSE, and immediate availability for deployment in Sharjah. Detailed

Job Description
As a Network Engineer at Platinum Inc. Consultancy in Sharjah, UAE, you will take full ownership of designing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining enterprise network and wireless infrastructures. Your day-to-day responsibilities encompass managing Ruckus SmartZone, Cloud, RUCKUS One, and Unleashed environments, administering FortiGate firewalls (policies, NAT, VPN, routing, HA), configuring Cisco, Aruba, HPE, and Dell switches, and performing RF optimization and wireless site surveys. You will troubleshoot network incidents, manage change requests, analyze Wireshark logs, and collaborate with vendors to deliver secure, reliable connectivity. Working in a fast-paced environment offering AED 6,000 per month plus individual benefits as per UAE Labour Law, you will drive infrastructure excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Manage, configure, and optimize Ruckus wireless ecosystems including SmartZone, Ruckus Cloud, RUCKUS One, and Unleashed platforms. Administer FortiGate firewalls, configuring security policies, NAT rules, IPsec/SSL VPN tunnels, advanced routing, and High Availability (HA). Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise switching platforms across Cisco, Aruba, HPE, and Dell hardware. Manage core network services including VLANs, DHCP, DNS, 802.1X authentication, and RADIUS server integrations. Conduct rigorous wireless troubleshooting, RF optimization, spectrum analysis, and physical site surveys. Design and implement secure IPsec VPN tunnels, SD-WAN fabrics, and advanced network security controls. Perform packet captures and deep-dive network/wireless log analysis utilizing Wireshark and network monitoring tooling. Manage network incidents, root-cause investigations, change management requests, and infrastructure vendor coordination. Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, network topology diagrams, and asset configuration registers. Ensure strict adherence to enterprise security baselines, network hardening protocols, and industry best practices. Required Qualifications &

Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics, or an equivalent technical discipline. Minimum 5+ years of professional hands-on working experience in enterprise networking, wireless engineering, and firewall administration. Deep technical proficiency in Ruckus wireless platforms (SmartZone, Cloud, RUCKUS One, Unleashed). Strong practical expertise in FortiGate firewall configuration, routing, NAT, VPNs, and High Availability setups. Proven operational experience managing multi-vendor switching environments (Cisco, Aruba, HPE, Dell). Solid understanding of VLANs, DHCP, DNS, 802.1X, RADIUS, Wireshark log analysis, and RF optimization. Strong troubleshooting, analytical problem-solving, and cross-functional communication capabilities. Professional availability for full-time employment in Sharjah, UAE (Application email: farhat@platinuminc-consultancy.com;

Salary:
AED 6,000/month; UAE Driving Licence preferred). Nice-to-Have

Skills:
Professional networking certifications such as Fortinet NSE4/NSE5, Ruckus/CommScope Certified Administrator, CCNA, or CCNP. Hands-on experience with SD-WAN deployment, cloud-managed networking, and enterprise network automation (Python, Ansible). Prior working experience in managed service providers (MSPs), system integrators, or corporate IT infrastructure teams across the UAE. Valid UAE Driving Licence for site visits and field support assignments across the Emirates. Advanced background in network security hardening and vulnerability assessments. Recruitment Pro Tip: When applying for network engineering roles in the UAE emphasizing Ruckus and FortiGate, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your wireless site survey experience, firewall HA configuration depth, and relevant vendor certifications.