Network Security Engineer – Data Centre Security

Our client, a multinational information technology services and consulting company, is searching for a L2 Network Security Engineer – Data Centre Security to join their project in Romania.

Position Title:

Network Security Engineer – Data Centre Security

Position Type:

FTE - 1 year

Start Date:

ASAP

Location:

Bucuresti, Romania

Contact:

Iulia Balan | +49 (0) 89 23 88 98 62

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Security Engineer to manage and secure our data centre infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in FortiGate Firewall, WAF, and ArcSight Logger, along with a strong understanding of network security architecture, threat mitigation, and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Fortigate Firewall devices and policies.
• Deploy and maintain Web Application Firewalls (WAF) to protect web assets.
• Operate and analyse logs using ArcSight Logger and other SIEM tools.
• Design and implement network security architecture and controls.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, breaches, and anomalies.
• Maintain secure configurations and perform regular patch management.
• Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to ensure secure deployments.
• Document security policies, procedures, and incident reports.

Required skills & Technical attributes:

• Strong expertise in FortiGate products (NSE4 or higher certification preferred).
• Experience with WAF technologies (e.g., FortiWeb, Imperva).
• Proficiency in ArcSight Logger or similar SIEM platforms.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, VPN, SSL, IDS/IPS, and Firewall policies.
• Knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Experience with Linux/Unix systems, scripting (Python), and automation tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 6–7 years of experience in network security engineering.
• Certifications such as CEH, Network+, or Fortinet NSE are highly desirable.
• Experience in data centre environments and high-availability systems.

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset.