Expert IP Network Engineer/Architect

11/03/2026

 

Our client is looking for an IP Network Engineer/Architect

Service description:

  • Design, implementation and operation services for the following technologies:
    • L3 IP Networks, Multi-VRF, VRF-Lite, IP/MPLS
    • Switching: campus design, multi-VLAN
    • Cyber security technologies: Firewall, DMZ, authentication, IPS, IPsec VPN, DMVPN, FLEXVPN
    • Wireless: central switching with light-weight access points
  • Definition and introduction of new network architectures and technologies:
    • Definition of optimal and state-of-the-art architecture meeting constraints of capacity, reliability, redundancy and price
    • Definition and execution of test plans
    • Management of vendors to implement optimal architecture
    • Coaching of staff during introduction of new technologies through technical workshops, procedures, …
  • Technical management of existing networks and technologies:
    • Definition of technical rules and procedures to standardize and optimize daily management (remote configuration, inventory, backup, alarming, NMS, …)
    • Offering technical support to the team for daily management tasks and network extensions
    • Analysis of complex fault situations and definition of measures to avoid them in the future; may require strong cooperation with other teams
    • Management of vendors during network extensions and during solving complex fault situations to maximize the reliability of company networks

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electronics, ICT or telecommunications, or equivalent technical experience
  • All-round and in-depth conceptual, theoretical, practical and operational knowledge of IP Networks and their management in multi-site environments and data centres, including:
    • L3 IP Networks, Multi-VRF, VRF-Lite, IP/MPLS
    • Switching: campus design, multi-VLAN
    • Cyber security technologies: Firewall, DMZ, authentication, IPS, IPsec VPN, DMVPN, FLEXVPN
    • Wireless: central switching with light-weight access points
  • Several years of experience as a Senior IP Network Engineer
  • Willingness to continuously refine and broaden technical knowledge of IP networks and their management
  • Knowledge of Nokia routers (SR-OS) is an asset
  • Ability to work independently and methodically, sense of responsibility and accurate risk assessment
  • Customer-oriented, copes well with stress, flexible and approachable (tasks may be suddenly interrupted by urgent operational issues)
  • Good communication skills for interacting with colleagues, departments, suppliers and service providers
  • Ability to speak, read and write Dutch, French and English
  • Driving license B

 

Job specifications

ID: 12663

Duration: 01/04/2026 - 31/12/2026

Location: Brussels

Type: Freelance

Joël De Ben

IT Recruitment Consultant
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