Network Security Engineer

Our organization is developing a European high-performance, low-power microprocessor specifically designed for supercomputing and AI inference. This new generation of microprocessors will initially focus on the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking ecosystem, which is establishing world-class supercomputing infrastructures in Europe to tackle significant challenges in medical research, security, energy management, and climate, all while minimizing environmental impact.

Our organization collaborates closely with its 30 partners from the European Processor Initiative (EPI) consortium, including leading figures from the scientific community, supercomputing centers, and industry. These partners are also stakeholders, future clients, and end-users.

Our organization employs over 190 people in France (Maisons-Laffitte, Grenoble, Massy, Sophia Antipolis), Germany (Duisburg), and Spain (Barcelona).

About The Role

In this role, you will work closely with Dominique Bordereaux, our CIO, to ensure the smooth operation of IT systems by guaranteeing their implementation, management, and security.

What a regular day at the job might look like

• Manage the company's networks (2 data centers in France, offices in France, Germany, Spain, and remote offices)
• Ensure site and WAN interconnections and relationships with telecommunications providers
• Maintain the network at the state of the art in terms of security and reliability
• Participate in the deployment of network security policies to protect all data
• Monitor network activities to detect and prevent security incidents
• Implement intrusion prevention mechanisms (IDS/IPS) and firewalls in collaboration with the company's security team
• Manage SSL/TTLS certificates and implement VPNs to secure all communications
• Provide level 2/3 support to resolve network and security-related incidents
• Work closely with IT teams and other departments to meet network needs
• Analyze and identify the root cause of incidents
• Propose an action plan/corrective action to resolve the incident

What would make you succeed in this role

• Fluent English in an international environment
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
• Mastery of switching and routing technologies
• Experience in configuring and managing firewalls and security devices
• Knowledge of security standards (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, etc.)
• Network troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work with network monitoring and management tools
• Programming/scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell)
• Engineering degree or equivalent level of expertise
• At least 5 years of prior experience in the field

The following is a plus

• Willingness to learn and adapt to a variety of technologies and systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Dear candidate, even if you do not fulfill all the qualifications mentioned above, please still apply and share with us why you believe you would be a good fit.

Recruitment Process

• Discovery interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner (30 min)
• AssessFirst personality test - no need to worry, there is no wrong or right answer; our goal is to see beyond your resume (45')
• 2 Technical interviews (1h each)
• Interview with one HRBP to answer your last questions (30 min)

Benefits and Conditions

Contract: Permanent Contract (CDI)

Benefits:

• Annual bonus
• Meal vouchers (60% covered by Our organization)
• Health insurance (70% covered by Our organization)
• 5 days per year of remote work from any EU location
• Unlimited access and pre-paid sessions with a practitioner of your choice on our mental health partner app, moka.care
• Technical, linguistic, and personal development trainings
• BSPCE

Work Model: On-Site or Hybrid (2 days/week remote)

Office: This role is open for Maisons-Laffitte, France

Awesome Activities: Hackathons, Training Challenges, Quarterly Kick-off sessions, team events, company events, and much more

Please note that while we do not provide VISA sponsorship, we are committed to assisting international candidates with the visa application process to the best of our ability.