Junior Network and IT Security Engineer

Job responsibilities

- Identify malfunctioning hardware and/or software for the purpose of implementing necessary corrective actions, resolving technical problems and provide ongoing support to the end-users of the operational MADAP networks and non-operational OFFICE network
- Perform primary network system administration on network and IT Network Security equipment
- Assist in the design, development, configuration, installation and maintenance of network systems
- Conduct analyses and testing of network systems for the purpose of documenting findings and ensuring efficiency
- Create utilities for the purpose of automating repetitive and daily routines
- Implement new network operating systems and application software for the purpose of ensuring compliance with licensing, patches and updates according vendor and/or IT security guidelines
- Monitor LAN/WAN Infrastructure for the purpose of measuring performance and/or ensuring the secure and reliable operation of all MADAP networks and its Network Security Infrastructure.
- Drafting of TE2 documentation, eg Build state documents, Test documentation, Version documentation, Baseline Documentation in accordance with MMS 2.x
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the NET Team

Do you have the following skills and expertise?

- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications), or equivalent professional ICT experience.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in networking and IT security technology: practical experience in network troubleshooting is essential on network equipment together with experience in the field of hardware installation, system integration, testing and servicing activities.
- Practical Experience with following brands: CISCO, JUNIPER, CHECKPOINT, FORTINET, BLUE-COAT
- Cisco CCNA and/or Juniper JNCIA accredited.
- Detailed knowledge of data communication protocols (TCP/IP,DNS, HTTP/S, FTP...), Firewall Security, VPN Technologies, Load Balancing, SSL, Proxy, Routing and Switching.
- Knowledge of Quality of Service and experience designing/implementing QoS in an enterprise environment.
- Familiar with network management tools and SIEM. (eg CA Spectrum & Splunk).
- Familiar with design concepts in LAN/WAN design.
- Experience in a project environment, quality/security standards, configuration management & tools.
- Good knowledge of MS Office tools Word, Excel and Visio.
- Ability to draft clear and concise technical papers in English.

Attitude and behaviour:

- Autonomy: ability to deliver quality output with minimum guidance.
- Motivation and commitment to deliver under tight time constraints.
- Good interpersonal and team-working skills.
- Ability to communicate technical details clearly and succinctly to peers and to management.
- Result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team player approach.
- Multitasking and Analytical Skills
- Good knowledge of English. Knowledge of Dutch/German would be an advantage.

If you are interested in a long term contract working for our client, please send your CV today!