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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator - **Company:** Synlab Gruppe - **Location:** Augsburg, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Data-Flow Analysis, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Public Key Infrastructure, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Zabbix, Transport Layer Security, Identity Services Engine, Grafana, Juniper, Git Flow, SolarWinds (Software), Code Inspection, Fortinet, CIS Benchmarks, Api Design, Firepower, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5503702763 ## About the Role * 5-8+ years in enterprise networking with multi-site/global exposure * Proven expertise with Fortinet FortiGate and Cisco Firepower (FMC), including policy creation, NAT, VPN (IPsec/SSL), and HA * Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper switching (Layer 2/3, routing protocols OSPF/BGP, EVPN/VXLAN nice to have) * Solid understanding of network security (segmentation, NAC/802.1X, IDS/IPS, TLS inspection), DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and PKI fundamentals * Automation: Proficiency in Python and/or Ansible for network tasks; experience with Git-based workflows * Experience operating under ITIL (Change/Incident/Problem) and creating high-quality documentation * Excellent communication skills; comfortable in an international environment. * Language: Professional German and English are required * Certifications (one or more of the following) * Fortinet: NSE 4/5/6 (NSE 7 is a plus) * Cisco: CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Security (CCIE a plus) * Juniper: JNCIS-ENT / JNCIP-ENT (JNCIE a plus) * Security: CompTIA Security+ or CISSP (plus) Nice-to-Have * Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure) * Exposure to modern NAC (Cisco ISE, Aruba Clearpass), SASE/ZTNA, and wireless (Cisco Meraki, Juniper MistAI ) * Observability tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Zabbix, Grafana) ## Description We are looking for a hands-on Senior Network Administrator to design, implement, and operate our enterprise network across multiple international sites. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in next-gen firewalls (Fortinet & Cisco Firepower), enterprise switching (Cisco & Juniper), and network automation. You will define network architectures, harden security, streamline operations via scripting, and support site installations with regular travel within Germany., Architecture & Design * Define scalable, secure LAN/WAN/SD-WAN architectures and standards for global sites * Produce high-quality HLD/LLD documentation, network diagrams, IP schemas, and security policies * Evaluate and select technologies aligned with performance, security, and cost goals. Build & Implementation * Install, configure, and optimize firewalls: Fortinet FortiGate and Cisco Firepower (including FMC, policy objects, IPS/IDS, SSL inspection, HA clustering, SD-WAN) * Configure enterprise switches: Cisco Catalyst/Nexus and Juniper EX/QFX (VLANs, STP, LAG/MLAG, VRRP/HSRP, QoS, port-security, 802.1X) * Implement site rollouts, migrations, and cutovers with minimal downtime * Maintain and configure SASE platform Operation & Security * Own Level 3 incident/problem management; perform advanced troubleshooting (packet captures, flow analysis, logs) * Maintain firewall and switch gold configs, rule hygiene, and change control (ITIL) * Ensure compliance with security baselines, segmentation, and zero-trust principles * Monitor capacity/performance and proactively remediate risks Automation & Scripting * Build and maintain automation for configuration, compliance checks, and deployments using Python and/or Ansible (e.g., templates, linting, CI/CD pipelines) * Develop scripts for backup/restore, inventory, API-based object management (Fortinet/Cisco/Juniper) Collaboration & Governance * Work cross-functionally with Workplace, Cloud, Security, and Site Operations teams * Support audits and contribute to policy development and continuous improvement * Mentor junior engineers; act as technical escalation point Travel * Travel to German sites for installations, surveys, and hands-on support (approx. 10-25%, as needed) ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) ## Related Articles - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany)