Network Engineer Operations (m/f/d)

NTS Netzwerk Telekom Service AG

At NTS, we are looking for an experienced Network & Security Engineer who wants to take ownership in a modern, forward-looking IT environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong technical depth, a structured and solution-oriented approach, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and internal teams. If you enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges, driving technical improvements, and working in an international environment, you will be a strong fit for our team.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network and security solutions across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and firewall environments for our international customer in the beverage industry
  • Own complex network and security changes from planning and technical assessment through implementation and validation
  • Lead the execution of network configurations, design changes, migrations, upgrades, and maintenance activities in production environments while ensuring stability, performance, and security
  • Act as the senior Tier 3 escalation point for complex network and security incidents, performing deep troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and long-term remediation
  • Collaborate with customer stakeholders, internal teams, and technology vendors to manage technical escalations and deliver effective, timely solutions
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation, change records, and implementation standards to support reliable operations and continuous improvement

Experience and Skils

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering, including the design, implementation, optimization, and troubleshooting of LAN/WAN/WLAN and network security environments
  • Strong expertise in routing and switching, VPNs, and network troubleshooting, including technologies such as BGP/OSPF and network analysis tools
  • Proven hands-on experience with Cisco enterprise networking, Meraki, and Palo Alto security platforms; experience with Panorama and GlobalProtect is highly desirable
  • Experience planning and executing network changes, migrations, upgrades, and maintenance activities in business-critical environments
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to perform deep technical analysis, packet-level diagnostics, root cause analysis, and long-term remediation of complex network and security incidents
  • Experience supporting or delivering large-scale customer projects in enterprise environments is preferred
  • Experience with 802.1X/NAC, cloud networking, and automation/scripting is a strong plus
  • Strong organizational skills, a structured working style, and the ability to manage priorities independently
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, and internal technical teams in an international environment
  • Professional English is required

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary in the low-to-mid six figures, depending on experience, technical expertise, and overall fit
  • Full coverage of medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) match with 5% a retirement savings plan
  • 25 days of paid holidays per year
  • Hybrid work option, after successful completion of onboarding
  • Ongoing internal and external training and development opportunities
  • Exciting projects in a highly professional, international team
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment with short decision-making paths
  • NTS is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status
  • A people-oriented company culture that values ownership, initiative, and independent work

If you have the experience to contribute from day one and want to take ownership of complex network and security environments, we’d like to hear from you. Join NTS to work on challenging enterprise infrastructure, collaborate with a strong international team, and make a direct impact in a high-visibility customer environment. Apply now.