Senior Network & Security Engineer – Zürich Schweiz – Cisco & Fortinet

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential IT services organization in Switzerland seeking a Senior Network & Security Engineer. Our talent team is looking for an experienced professional with strong expertise in Cisco and Fortinet environments to join a client known for their excellent workplace culture and technical innovation.

This is a permanent position based in Zürich, offering the opportunity to work on complex network infrastructures for enterprise clients while enjoying a remote-first working model with flexible annual working time arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage enterprise network infrastructures for multiple client organizations
• Maintain and continuously develop complex network environments
• Plan, architect, and operate modern firewall, LAN, and WLAN infrastructures
• Analyze network issues, resolve incidents independently, and manage changes in network environments
• Develop automation solutions to increase operational efficiency
• Provide technical expertise to internal sales teams during pre-sales processes

What We're Looking For

• Advanced education in IT or equivalent extensive professional experience
• Current certifications in Cisco and/or Fortinet (such as CCNP, NSE8, or similar); additional vendor knowledge is a plus
• Deep expertise in perimeter security, routing & switching, VPN, TCP/IP, and WLAN technologies
• Experience working for an IT service provider is advantageous
• Some development or scripting experience preferred
• Fluent German communication skills (written and spoken) required
• Strong English language proficiency (written and spoken)
• Self-motivated, quality-focused work style with strong analytical thinking and team collaboration skills

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. We then present qualified candidates to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication flows through our team to ensure a professional, confidential process.

We are available to answer questions about the role or relocation to Switzerland at any stage of the process.

Benefits & Working Conditions

• 40-hour work week (below the Swiss standard of 42 hours)
• Pool vehicle access
• Public transportation cost subsidy
• Remote-first approach with annual working time flexibility
• Comprehensive social insurance and benefits package
• Recognized as a great place to work

Pay: Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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