Infra Network Engineer (m/f/d)

Hyundai AutoEver Europe GmbH; Offenbach am Main; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Monthly public transport ticket

Gympass

Relocation support

Job summary

Hyundai AutoEver Europe GmbH in Germany seeks an experienced Network Engineer to support and optimize a global network environment, including Cisco core/ access switches, ISR routers, wireless controllers, and load balancers.

Responsibilities include monitoring performance, implementing security controls, VPNs and SD-WAN, patching, documenting configurations, and collaborating with vendors to ensure ISO 27001 and GDPR compliance while delivering timely customer support.

Qualifications

• 7+ years hands-on Cisco networking experience.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, STP, HA, RADIUS/TACACS+, EAP methods.
• Experience with VPNs (IPsec, AnyConnect, GlobalProtect).
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds Orion or Nagios.
• CCNP certification required; CCNP Wireless or Routing/Switching a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Cisco core and access switches, wireless controllers, ISR routers, and load balancers.
• Manage security solutions: firewalls, NAC, SD-WAN, VPN, IDS/IPS.
• Monitor and improve network performance, availability, and security.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Create and maintain network documentation and diagrams.
• Collaborate with Cisco and other vendors for issue resolution and product enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and related standards.

Skills

CCNP

Cisco networking

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

SolarWinds Orion

Nagios

Job description

As part of our continued support for KIA and Hyundai NSC infrastructure services, we are expanding our Network Operations team and are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support and enhance our global network environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, maintain, and optimize network infrastructure, including Cisco core and access switches, wireless controllers, ISR routers, and load balancers.
• Manage and support network security solutions, including firewalls, NAC, SD-WAN, VPN, and IDS/IPS technologies.
• Monitor, analyze, and improve network performance, availability, and security across LAN/WAN environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network, hardware, and software issues in a timely manner.
• Validate customer network configurations, log flows, event thresholds, and alerting mechanisms to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Implement and maintain network security controls and best practices to protect systems from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform regular patching, updates, and firmware upgrades while minimizing service interruptions.
• Create and maintain network documentation, including configurations, diagrams, procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Monitor capacity and system performance and provide recommendations for optimization and scalability.
• Deliver high-quality support for customer requests and incidents within agreed timelines.
• Collaborate with Cisco and other technology vendors to resolve issues, manage warranty cases, and evaluate product enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and security frameworks, including ISO 27001, GDPR, and other applicable requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, including routers and switches.
• In-depth knowledge of networking concepts and protocols, including BGP, OSPF, Layer 2 MPLS, Layer 3 MPLS VPN, STP, High Availability (HA), RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP-PEAP, and EAP-TLS.
• Proven experience with VPN technologies, including IPSec VPN, Cisco AnyConnect, and Palo Alto GlobalProtect.
• Experience with network monitoring, alerting, and diagnostic tools such as SolarWinds Orion, Nagios, or equivalent platforms.
• Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to design, document, and maintain network architectures, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience working in enterprise-scale network environments and supporting business-critical infrastructure.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required, nice to have in Cisco Wireless or Routing/Switching area
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Flexible working time
• Work in an international team and versatile environment
• Varied tasks with exciting and challenging IT projects
• Function-specific, personal, and technology training
• Attractive salary and excellent compensation and benefits package, including free lunch (as lunch vouchers or in the canteen), a free monthly ticket for public transportation and Gympass to support your wellbeing.
• Relocation support

About us

Hyundai AutoEver Europe GmbH (HAEE) is a fully-owned subsidiary of the Hyundai & KIA Motor Group with its Headquarters in Seoul (South Korea). HAEE has its European Headquarters in Germany and affiliates in Slovakia and the Czech Republic.

We provide IT services that support the innovation and the IT competitiveness of the Hyundai and KIA Motors companies in various European countries, in areas like sales and manufacturing system development, implementation, and operation.

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