We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Network Engineer to join our client´s European IT team.


The candidate will have extensive experience in as many environments as possible from below:
- Expertise with Windows, Linux, and AS400 operating systems
- Experience in managing LAN and WAN networks
- Proficiency in cloud solutions, specifically Azure, and expertise in managing Checkpoint and FortiGate firewalls are essential

System Administration:
- Manage and support Windows, Linux, and AS400 operating systems.
- Perform system upgrades, installations, and configurations.
- Implement and manage virtualized environments.
- MS Office365 tenant administration, including Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, global tenant settings, etc.
- VmWare virtual environment administration.
- Backup supervision (Veritas BackupExec and Veeam)

Network Management:
- Design, implement, and maintain LAN and WAN networks.
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring high levels of performance, security, and availability.

Cloud Management:
- Design, deploy, and manage Azure cloud services.
- Ensure seamless integration and operation of cloud solutions with on-premises infrastructure.

Security Management:
- Configure, manage, and maintain Checkpoint and Fortigate firewalls.
- Implement and monitor security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
- Leadership and Management
- Demonstrate strong management capabilities, leading teams effectively to achieve operational goals.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior staff and ensure adherence to best practices and company policies.

Help Desk Coordination:
- Oversee the help desk services, ensuring timely and effective support to end-users.
- Develop and implement help desk policies and procedures.

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Senior SysAdmin, System Infrastructure Engineer or a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of LAN, WAN, and network management.
- Expertise in Windows, Linux, and AS400 operating systems.
- Proven experience with Azure cloud services and data center management.
- Strong knowledge of Checkpoint and Fortigate firewall management.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- English and Spanish at a professional level; French would be a plus.