Senior Network Engineer

Position Summary:

An international organization is seeking an experienced and driven Network Engineer to support and enhance its global network infrastructure. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for professionals with deep technical expertise in Aruba HPE technologies, network security, and enterprise-scale connectivity. The role involves hands-on engineering, strategic planning, and collaborative integration across global teams, helping to ensure robust, scalable, and secure network performance across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage high-availability network infrastructure, with emphasis on Aruba HPE technologies.
• Support and maintain global LAN/WAN environments, optimizing for performance and resilience.
• Administer network security tools and protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS systems.
• Provide Level 3 technical support and resolve complex networking issues.
• Collaborate with international IT teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of network systems.
• Participate in network architecture planning, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and industry-standard cybersecurity practices.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Demonstrable experience in enterprise-level network engineering roles.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of Aruba HPE solutions (switching, wireless, ClearPass, AirWave, etc.).
• Strong understanding of network security frameworks and technologies.
• Experience in supporting global/multi-site network environments.
• Proficiency in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and network monitoring solutions.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities.
• Fluent in English (Dutch language skills are advantageous).

Preferred Certifications & Additional Skills:

• Aruba certifications such as ACSA, ACMP, or ACCX.
• Additional certifications like Cisco CCNA/CCNP are beneficial.
• Exposure to cloud networking platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible or Python scripting.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Hybrid work model: 3 days onsite in the Den Bosch region and 2 days remote.
• Opportunity for long-term employment following initial contract phase.
• Exposure to global enterprise IT environments and leading-edge networking technologies.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and international team culture.