Freelance IT Network Engineer – Fortinet, UniFi, Events, MSP

• Configure, deploy, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, access points, and related network services.
• Manage routing, switching, firewall, VPN, and wireless environments across MSP client sites.
• Perform firmware upgrades, security updates, preventive maintenance, and optimisation.
• Deploy and manage enterprise wireless and wired networks for large-scale events serving 500–20,000+ users.
• Configure high-density Uni Fi or equivalent wireless deployments with VLAN segmentation and guest isolation.
• Set up bonded cellular and SD-WAN uplinks using Peplink or equivalent for event connectivity and failover.
• Monitor bandwidth utilisation and network performance during live events.
• Provide on-site support during build-up, live operations, and de-rig, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Troubleshoot network issues under time-critical, high-visibility conditions.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity, performance, and security issues for MSP clients.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support MSP clients through remote and on-site troubleshooting.
• Participate in escalation support for critical incidents and service outages.
• Support network implementation, migration, expansion, and infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Participate in site surveys, wireless heatmap surveys, and solution deployment.
• Work with project managers, technical teams, and vendors.
• Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• Document configurations, IP schemes, topology diagrams, and SOPs.
• Prepare technical reports and change records.

• Must currently be based in the KSA on a valid residence or employment visa and have the right to work; no relocation or visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
• Hands-on experience configuring and deploying Fortinet Forti Gate firewalls, including VPN, firewall policies, NAT, and SD-WAN; specify models worked with.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing Ubiquiti Uni Fi wireless networks, including Uni Fi controllers, APs, and switching; specify largest deployment.
• Confirmed, documentable event or temporary network deployment experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in network deployment and support.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Networking, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, STP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, and VPN.
• Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays for event and project work.
• Fortinet NSE / FCP certification preferred.
• Experience with Cisco/Meraki, Aruba, Peplink, Sophos, or Ruijie solutions preferred.
• Wireless heatmap survey experience using Ekahau or Net Spot preferred.
• Experience in MSP environments managing multiple clients simultaneously preferred.
• Event network deployment experience at scale (500+ users) preferred.
• CCNA/CCNP, Ubiquiti UEWA, or Peplink certifications are an advantage.

Demonstrates expertise in configuring and deploying network infrastructure, including Fortinet Forti Gate firewalls and Ubiquiti Uni Fi wireless networks. Proven ability to manage large-scale event networks and troubleshoot under pressure while providing exceptional client support.

• Fortinet Forti Gate Firewall Configuration
• Ubiquiti Uni Fi Wireless Network Management
• Event Network Deployment Experience
• TCP/IP, Subnetting, Routing, Switching
• Fortinet NSE / FCP Certification

• Network Configuration
• Troubleshooting
• Firmware Upgrades
• Root Cause Analysis
• VLAN Segmentation
• SD-WAN Setup
• Bandwidth Monitoring
• Network Performance Optimization
• Documentation of Network Configurations
• Event Network Support

• Ability to Work Independently
• Pressure Management
• Client Support

• Fortinet NSE / FCP Certification
• CCNA
• CCNP
• Ubiquiti UEWA
• Peplink Certification

• LAN
• WAN
• Wireless Network Infrastructure
• MSP Environment
• Event Network Deployment
• Network Services
• VPN
• Security Updates
• Preventive Maintenance
• High-Density Wireless Deployments

• Microsoft Visio
• Ekahau
• Net Spot
• Cisco/Meraki
• Aruba
• Peplink
• Sophos
• Ruijie