Network security specialist – f5 / fortinet / forcepoint

Urgent requirement for Network Security Specialist – F5 / Fortinet / Forcepoint for our banking clients in Oman Strong experience on F5 BIG-IP (LTM & ASM/WAF) Administration is THE Must Strong experience in Forcepoint Websense / Secure Web Gateway is the MUSTStrong experience on Fortinet Security Solutions is MUSTStrong experience Enterprise Network Security & Infrastructure Operations is the MUSTStrong Banking Domain is preferred not mandatory Candidates without hands‑on experience in F5 WAF/LTM, Forcepoint Websense, and Fortinet technologies will not be considered. Banking or financial services experience is highly preferred. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Network Security Specialist to manage, secure, and optimize the bank’s network and security infrastructure. The ideal candidate must possess strong hands‑on experience with F5 WAF & LTM, Forcepoint Websense, and Fortinet security solutions within enterprise or banking environments. The role requires deep expertise in network security operations, infrastructure maintenance, firewall administration, proxy technologies, load balancing, and secure network architecture while ensuring compliance with banking security standards and SLAs. Strong hands‑on experience with: F5 BIG-IP LTM & ASM/WAF (Mandatory)Forcepoint Websense / Secure Web Gateway (Mandatory)Fortinet Firewalls & Security Solutions (Mandatory)Experience with: Network Firewalls Proxy Servers Load Balancers Routing & Switching Network Security Architecture Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting VPN Technologies Network High Availability & Resiliency Knowledge of: ITIL processes Change Management Capacity Management Patch Management SLA-driven operations Key Responsibilities Maintain and support the bank’s network infrastructure services in line with approved timelines, policies, and operational guidelines. Manage and optimize network infrastructure including routing, switching, load balancing, and security platforms to ensure high availability and performance. Design, implement, and configure secure network solutions that comply with banking security standards and agreed SLAs. Administer and manage: Web Application Firewalls (WAF)Proxy Servers Load Balancers Network Firewalls Perform configuration management, policy enforcement, performance tuning, upgrades, patching, and ongoing maintenance of all security and network systems. Work closely with Infrastructure, Enterprise Architecture, and delivery teams to ensure secure and fully functional network services. Act as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for network security technologies and provide support across departments and branches. Lead network-related initiatives, implementation projects, and operational improvements. Ensure adherence to Change Management processes, operational procedures, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Enforce best practices related to: Capacity Management Network Resiliency Security Hardening Patching & Upgrades Support the preparation, maintenance, and review of technical documentation, operational procedures, and policies. Provide expert-level troubleshooting and 24/7 operational support when required. Mentor and guide team members to improve technical competencies and operational standards. Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with the bank’s policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field. Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Network Security and Infrastructure Operations. Strong experience in banking or financial services environments preferred. Relevant certifications are highly desirable, such as: F5 Certified Administrator / Specialist NSE (Fortinet Network Security Expert)CCNP Security / CCIE Security Forcepoint Certifications Skills: fortinet,infrastructure,network security

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