Network Pre-Sales Engineer

Job description

Network Pre-Sales Engineer

• Posting Date: 13/09/2026
• Ref: ITKSA110
• Position: Network Pre-Sales Engineer
• Location: KSA
• City: Riyadh
• Sector: IT Services
• Years of Experience 3 to 6 years of hands-on pre-sales or solutions architecture experience focusing on Networking & Security in the Saudi market.
• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or IT. Transferable Iqama preferred.
• Salary: Market Rate
• Workdays:
• Description: Key Responsibilities:
  • Tender & RFP Analysis: Evaluate RFPs, RFQs, and technical specs to design end-to-end network, enterprise security, and CCTV solution architectures.
  • BOQ & Solution Design: Create comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical compliance sheets, high-level/low-level network designs, and ELV layouts.
  • Security & Network Engineering: Design secure LAN/WAN/WLAN infrastructures integrated with next-generation firewalls, VPNs, network access control (NAC), and IP surveillance systems.
  • Vendor & OEM Engagement: Partner with key OEMs (e.g., Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Hikvision, Axis, Milestone) to secure pricing, system validations, and deal registrations.
  • Client & Consultant Presentations: Conduct technical presentations, system demos, and Proof-of-Concept (POC) validation tests for key clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
  • Site Discovery: Execute on-site technical surveys across client sites in Riyadh to assess feasibility, bandwidth/storage needs, and infrastructure constraints.
  • Implementation Handover: Draft clean technical handoff documentation to ensure smooth transition to project delivery teams upon contract award.
  Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or IT. Transferable Iqama preferred.
  • Experience: 3 to 6 years of hands-on pre-sales or solutions architecture experience focusing on Networking & Security in the Saudi market.
  • Core Technical Competencies:
    • Networking: Enterprise Routing & Switching, LAN/WAN/WLAN, SD-WAN, Structured Cabling, and Fiber optic infrastructure.
    • Security & Surveillance: Next-Gen Firewalls (NGFW), IPsec/SSL VPNs, NAC, IP CCTV systems, Video Management Systems (VMS), and Access Control Systems (ACS).
  • Certifications (Preferred): CCNA/CCNP (Enterprise or Security), Fortinet NSE 4+, PCNSA/PCNSE, or vendor surveillance certifications (Hikvision/Axis/Milestone).
  • Technical Tooling: Advanced proficiency in BOQ estimation (Excel), network diagramming (Visio), and reading architectural/ELV CAD drawings.
  • Languages & Mobility: Professional proficiency in English (Arabic is a strong plus), valid Saudi driving license.
  
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Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma