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# Network Admin

- **Company:** Synlab International
- **Location:** Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, 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, SAP Sales and Distribution, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Zabbix, Transport Layer Security, Identity Services Engine, Grafana, Juniper, Git Flow, SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, CIS Benchmarks, Firepower, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Cisco
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/network-admin-en-espana-ID-372585222

## About the Role

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, and streamline operations via scripting.
Key Responsibilities 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, *****X) 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 Develop scripts for backup/restore, inventory, API?based object management (Fortinet/Cisco/Juniper) 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 Required Qualifications 5-8+ years in enterprise networking with multi?site/global exposure Proven expertise with Fortinet FortiGate and Cisco Firepower (FMC), 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/*****X, IDS/IPS, TLS inspection), DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and PKI fundamentals Automation: proficiency
in Python and/or Ansible; experience with Git workflows Experience operating under ITIL (Change/Incident/Problem) and creating high?quality documentation Excellent communication skills; comfortable in aninternational environment Language: Professional German and English required Certifications (one or more): Fortinet NSE 4/5/6 (NSE 7 plus), Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Security (CCIE 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 Mist AI) Observability tools (SolarWinds, Zabbix, Grafana) What We Offer A demanding, varied and challenging activity in a successful and fast?growing international company Space for an independent and self?sufficient way of working A friendly and open working atmosphere An expert environment with flat hierarchies and short ways for decisions A dynamic team that is looking forward to meeting you!

## Description

Join to apply for the Network Administrator (m/f/d) role at SYNLAB International As the European market leader in laboratory diagnostics, the SYNLAB group operates internationally since **** with about 24,000 employees dedicated to human medicine.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, and streamline operations via scripting.Key Responsibilities 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, *****X) 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 Develop scripts for backup/restore, inventory, API?based object management (Fortinet/Cisco/Juniper) 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 Required Qualifications 5-8+ years in enterprise networking with multi?site/global exposure Proven expertise with Fortinet FortiGate and Cisco Firepower (FMC), 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/*****X, IDS/IPS, TLS inspection), DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and PKI fundamentals Automation: proficiency in Python and/or Ansible; experience with Git workflows Experience operating under ITIL (Change/Incident/Problem) and creating high?quality documentation Excellent communication skills; comfortable in aninternational environment Language: Professional German and English required Certifications (one or more): Fortinet NSE 4/5/6 (NSE 7 plus), Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Security (CCIE 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 Mist AI) Observability tools (SolarWinds, Zabbix, Grafana) What We Offer A demanding, varied and challenging activity in a successful and fast?growing international company Space for an independent and self?sufficient way of working A friendly and open working atmosphere An expert environment with flat hierarchies and short ways for decisions A dynamic team that is looking forward to meeting you!#J-*****-Ljbffr


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