Senior Network Engineer

Descartes
Ghent, Belgium
20 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Ghent, Belgium

Tech stack

Microsoft Access
Network Analysis
Complex Networks
Junos
Network Architecture
Network Diagrams
Network Monitoring
Cisco Nexus Switches
Systems Integration
Network Routers
Load Balancing
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Juniper
Information Technology
Cisco networks

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and results-oriented individual to join our EMEA network team.

The Senior Network Engineer will be instrumental in designing, deploying, and maintaining our Cisco-based network environment, integrating advanced technologies such as VXLAN/EVPN, F5 load balancers, Checkpoint firewalls, and Juniper Junos.

This role requires a comprehensive understanding of Cisco networking solutions along with a deep understanding of supplementary technologies to ensure the scalability, security, and optimal performance of our network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cisco Networking Expertise: Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switches, and Cisco Nexus platforms.

  • F5 Load Balancers: Configure, manage and optimize F5 load balancers to enhance application delivery and performance.Collaborate with application teams to implement load-balancing solutions tailored to specific application requirements.

  • Checkpoint Firewalls: Design, deploy, and manage Checkpoint firewall solutions to safeguard the organization's network infrastructure.Implement and maintain firewall policies, rulesets, and access controls.

  • Troubleshooting and Technical Support: Provide expert-level support to resolve complex network issues and incidents.Collaborate with IT support teams to address user-reported network problems.Be part of an on-call rotation system.

  • Network Analysis and Reporting: Utilize network monitoring and analysis tools to generate reports on network performance and trends.Provide regular updates to management on the status of the network, including recommendations for improvements.

  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.Develop and update network diagrams to reflect the current state of the infrastructure. Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Network Engineer, with a focus on Cisco technologies.

  • Extensive expertise in Cisco VXLAN/EVPN, F5 load balancers, Checkpoint firewalls, and Juniper Junos.

  • Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent is highly desirable.

  • F5 certifications (e.g., F5-CTS, F5-CA, etc.) or Checkpoint certifications are a plus.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Familiar with change management and ITIL processes.

Requirements

Industry, Management, Change Management, Access, Access, Cisco, Network, Security, Controls, Design, Firewall, Infrastructure, Science, Performance, Support, Technical Support, IT, Architecture

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