Junior Network & Security Engineer

Swiss Post Cybersecurity; Aarau; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Swiss Post Cybersecurity is seeking a Network & Security Engineer to design, operate and secure our customer-facing infrastructure in a dynamic IT environment.

You will manage Fortinet and Cisco-based security solutions, maintain networks (L2/L3), and support web app security. Collaboration with customers and internal teams is essential for robust, future-proof security architectures.

Qualifikationen

• At least one year in a similar role, ideally with an IT service provider.
• Degree in Computer Science, IT, Cyber Security, or related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet and Cisco Network Security Components.
• Certifications such as NSE4–NSE7 and/or CCNP are a plus.
• Mastering of TCP/IP and strong understanding of network design principles.
• Understanding of network security principles, best practices, and hardening methodologies.

Aufgaben

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and support Fortinet and Cisco firewall/gateway products (L1–L2).
• Operate, monitor and maintain networks (Layer 2/3) - Cisco Catalyst/Nexus.
• Operate, monitor and maintain Web Application security solutions (Layer 7).
• Participate in firewall and network integration projects and migrations.
• Operate and maintain vulnerability management platforms for security compliance.
• Deploy software security updates during maintenance sessions.

Kenntnisse

One year experience

IT service provider experience

TCP/IP mastery

Network design principles

English & German fluency

Ausbildung

Degree in Computer Science/IT/Cyber Security

Tools

Fortinet

Cisco Network Security

Web Application Firewall

IAM/SSO

Enterprise VPN

GitOps deployments

Jobbeschreibung

KG

Selma Hrustic

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Swiss Post Cybersecurity provides security solutions to protect digital assets and data, all developed and operated in Switzerland. With about 150 employees, wesupport more than 350 customers in Europe. We are headquartered in Aarau, with offices in Morges and Luxembourg. Formed in 2024 from terreActive and Hacknowledge, we are a subsidiary of Swiss Post.

We are looking for a highly skilled Network & Security Engineer. You will work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to build robust, secure, and future-proof security infrastructures. Join our team and defend the digital future with us!

Your tasks

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and support firewall and gateway products mainly based on Fortinet and Cisco products (first and second level support)
• Operate, monitor and maintain networks across Layer 2, Layer 3 (Cisco Catalyst and Nexus)
• Operate, monitor and maintain Web Application security solutions (Layer 7)
• Participate as team member to firewall and network integration projects, including complex migrations in productive environments
• Operate and maintain vulnerability management platforms to ensure continuous security compliance and threat mitigation
• Regularly deploy software security updates in maintenance sessions (during and off- business hours)

Your Skills

• At least one years' experience in a similar role, ideally with an IT service provider
• Degree in Computer Science, IT, Cyber Security, or a related technical field
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet and Cisco Network Security Components
• Certifications such as NSE4 – NSE7 and/or CCNP are a plus
• Mastering of TCP/IP and strong understanding of network design principles like high-availability, geographical redundancy, static and dynamic routing
• Understanding of network security principles, best practices, and hardening methodologies
• Practical experience on gitOps deployments
• Knowledge of Web Application Firewalls and IAM/SSO solutions
• Practical experience with enterprise VPN technologies (Remote Access, Site-to-Site)
• Fluent communication in English and German