Network & Security Engineer

Editx; Brussel; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Editx in Groot-Bijgaarden, Belgium, seeks a Group ICT Network & Security Project Specialist to lead end-to-end network and security projects for a global IT environment serving thousands of users across many sites. You will work with architects and IT teams to ensure secure, reliable connectivity and provide advanced support.

The role combines hands-on technical work, project ownership and international collaboration in a dynamic ICT infrastructure team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading network and security projects from initiation to delivery.
• Strong knowledge of firewalling, load balancing and Cisco switching/Wi‑Fi environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Network & Security Projects from planning through design and implementation.
• Troubleshoot and implement firewall and load-balancing solutions.
• Install and manage LAN/WLAN across datacentres, offices and remote sites.
• Collaborate with global and local IT teams to ensure project success.
• Provide advanced operational support for complex network/security issues.

Skills

Project management

Firewalling

LAN/WLAN

SD-WAN

L2/L3 support

Documentation

Job description

Are you ready to lead global network & security projects, from SD-WAN and Cisco infrastructure to firewall, WLAN and data centre implementations?

Are you an experienced Network & Security Specialist looking for a role that combines hands‑on technical expertise, project ownership and international collaboration?

We are looking for a Group ICT Network & Security Project Specialist to join an international ICT infrastructure team in Groot-Bijgaarden.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end management and implementation of network and security projects, while also providing advanced support for a global IT environment serving approximately 9,000 users across 100+ sites worldwide.

You’ll work closely with network and security architects, regional and local IT teams, infrastructure specialists and external technology partners to ensure secure, reliable and high-performing connectivity.

Role

• Lead Network & Security Projects: Manage projects from the initial planning and budget phase through design, implementation, documentation and follow-up.
• Firewalling & Load Balancing: Troubleshoot, maintain and implement firewall and load‑balancing solutions and features.
• LAN & WLAN: Install, configure and troubleshoot Cisco switching and wireless infrastructure across datacentres, offices, factories and remote sites.
• SD-WAN: Collaborate with global WAN providers to ensure reliable and performant connectivity across more than 100 locations.
• L2/L3 Support: Provide advanced operational support for complex networking and security issues, working directly or alongside local IT teams.
• Monitoring: Maintain and monitor network and security monitoring systems, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
• Technical Documentation: Interpret and maintain existing documentation and create technical/design documentation for new installations and projects.
• Infrastructure Installation: Support physical installations, including racking and stacking, initial equipment configuration, cabling and troubleshooting.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with infrastructure, security, HQ IT and local IT teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prioritisation: Balance project responsibilities with operational support and maintenance, ensuring business‑critical activities receive the appropriate priority.

You’ll also participate in a 24/7 standby rotation for critical incidents, approximately once every 8 weeks.