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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** Breda Bij Newcold - **Location:** Breda, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Border Gateway Protocol, Catalyst (Software), Network Operating System (NOS), Complex Networks, Linux, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Nagios, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Installation Services, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Migration Manager, Ansible, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Diagnostic Tools, Identity Services Engine, Firewalls (Computer Science), SolarWinds (Software), Wireless Technologies, Fortinet, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Software Version Control, Cisco - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.vacatureplaats.nl/vacature/senior-network-engineer-breda-newcold-E311178585 ## About the Role * A completed HBO / Bachelor Degree and applicable certifications * 4-7 years relevant working experience in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios). * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. * The ability to adopt new technologies fast. * Strong knowledge of network protocols. * Understanding of network security concepts, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, SDN and other network access controls. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex network issues. * Understanding or ability to adapt to Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center and Nexus, Catalyst Operating systems. * Understanding of Network Design and Network Automation (tools like Ansible and Python). * Experience with Cumulus network operating system. * Hardware installation experience and design principles. * Strong knowledge of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), network architecture, and network security principles. * Proficiency with Linux. * Experience with Version Control and Clod Networking. * Fully proficient in English, any other European language is a plus. ## Description Due to its continuous growth NewCold is looking to expand the IT Department with a new colleague who will be responsible for the implementation, co-design, maintenance, and support of our organization's network infrastructure based on Cisco technologies such as Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco ISE and Nexus and Catalyst range switches, firewalls and wireless technologies. 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