Operations Manager - OT Infrastructure / Senior Network & Security Engineer

BaryTech
Antwerp, Belgium
2 days ago

Role details

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

Job location

Antwerp, Belgium

Tech stack

Border Gateway Protocol
Cisco Routers
Cloud Computing Security
Computer Networks
Network Congestion
Data Centers
Network Address Translation
Trunking
Data-Flow Analysis
Monitoring of Systems
Hot Standby Router Protocol
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Internet Service Provider
Network Security
Network Diagrams
Network Monitoring
Routing
Network Segmentation
Open Shortest Path First
Security Log
Systems Integration
Virtual Local Area Networks
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols
Software Vulnerability Management
Wide Area Networks
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Computer Networking Systems
Computer Network Operations
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Low Latency
Routing & Switching
Firewall Services Module
Cisco networks

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager - OT Infrastructure / Senior Network & Security Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco networking and Palo Alto firewall technologies.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end L3 support, operational management, troubleshooting, and governance of enterprise network and network security environments across datacenter, branch, hybrid, and OT infrastructure landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

Network Operations (Cisco)

  • Provide L3 support for enterprise network infrastructure including Cisco routers, switches, WAN/LAN, datacenter, and branch connectivity
  • Troubleshoot advanced networking issues involving:
  • Routing & Switching
  • VLANs & Trunking
  • STP
  • HSRP / VRRP
  • ACLs
  • BGP / OSPF / Static Routing
  • Packet Loss & Latency
  • Link Flaps & Asymmetric Routing
  • Support network migrations, cutovers, onboarding activities, and service changes
  • Monitor network utilization, interface errors, and overall network performance

Network Security Operations (Palo Alto)

  • Provide L3 support for Palo Alto firewall environments
  • Manage firewall policies, NAT, VPN, policy tuning, and traffic flow analysis
  • Troubleshoot firewall-related issues impacting application communication and connectivity
  • Support Panorama-managed environments and firewall governance activities
  • Coordinate implementation of security controls aligned with enterprise standards

Incident, Change & Problem Management

  • Lead P1/P2 incident handling for network and security-related services
  • Act as escalation point for major outages and recurring service issues
  • Conduct root cause analysis and define corrective/preventive actions
  • Execute planned changes with proper validation, rollback planning, and governance
  • Ensure service restoration checks and change documentation are completed

Operations & Governance

  • Manage operational activities across networking and security domains
  • Drive SLA compliance, escalation handling, and operational prioritization
  • Mentor L1/L2 engineers and support knowledge transfer initiatives
  • Coordinate with customers, ISPs, OEMs, cloud teams, and internal technical teams
  • Maintain SOPs, network diagrams, firewall documentation, and implementation standards
  • Support audit, compliance, vulnerability remediation, and hardening initiatives
  • Identify opportunities for optimization, standardization, and operational improvements

Requirements

Do you have experience in VPN?, * 8+ years of experience in enterprise network and network security operations

  • Strong hands-on expertise in Cisco networking technologies
  • Strong hands-on expertise in Palo Alto firewalls
  • Good understanding of:
  • Routing & Switching
  • VLANs, Trunking, STP
  • OSPF / BGP
  • ACLs
  • NAT & VPN
  • Network Segmentation
  • Firewall Policy Evaluation
  • Packet Flow Analysis
  • Experience in enterprise datacenter, branch, and hybrid network environments
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across networking and security layers
  • Excellent incident management and stakeholder coordination skills
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting capabilities
  • Ability to independently handle L3 escalations and high-priority incidents

Note: For this position, Dutch and English communication proficiency mandatory.

Preferred Skills

  • Exposure to cloud connectivity and cloud security integrations
  • Experience with monitoring tools and security log analysis
  • Scripting or automation exposure for operational efficiency
  • ITIL process understanding
  • Vendor coordination and escalation management experience
  • Familiarity with OT or industrial infrastructure environments

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary package and long-term project opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale network and security environments
  • International and collaborative work culture
  • Exposure to modern networking, cybersecurity, and hybrid infrastructure technologies
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities
  • High-impact operational role with strong ownership and technical decision-making exposure

About the company

At BaryTech, we're solving real-world challenges at the intersection of IT and innovation. Join a team of passionate professionals who believe in learning, growth, and impact-driven technology.

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