Job Description

Fortray Global

is hiring

Network Engineer

L-1 for a full-time (

Hybrid

: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) in Essen, Germany. Candidates must have

C1

-level

English

and

German.

Our client is an German company; valid work authorization or a visa ?2 years is required This is a contractual role up to 6 months (extendable). It is a

B2B

contract.

Project Overview

Migration of WAN to a centrally managed and monitored

SD-WAN solution

. Management and conversion of existing

Cisco-based LAN and WiFi infrastructures

during the project. Implementation of a

cloud-based Unified Communications (UC) platform

as a PaaS solution.

Responsibilities

Project management, design, implementation, and administration of

Cisco-based network architectures

. Analysis and evaluation of existing network infrastructures (legacy configuration review). Development and documentation of

Layer 2 design

, including IP addressing schemes. Migration of branch offices/sites to the new network design. Configuration and administration of

Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols

. Implementation and maintenance of

authentication and authorization systems

using TACACS+. Support and troubleshooting of

wireless networks (WLAN)

. Management of Cisco wireless solutions (IOS-XE controller-based, access points). Collaboration with

security teams, WAN teams, and other IT departments

. Thorough documentation of configurations, processes, and network topologies.

Professional Profile

Solid experience with

Cisco Catalyst platforms

(especially Catalyst 9000 series and Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center). Strong knowledge of

Layer 2 & Layer 3 technologies

(STP, VLANs, OSPF, BGP). Experience with

TACACS+, RADIUS

, ideally Cisco ISE. Good knowledge of

WLAN architecture

, AP configuration, and wireless security. Hands-on experience in

network migrations

. Familiarity with

network analysis and monitoring tools

. Cisco certifications (e.g.,

CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Wireless

) preferred. Understanding of

network security concepts

and

ITIL change management processes

.

Language:

Fluent German (C1/C2) and English (written & spoken).

Other Requirements

Candidates must be

employed and subject to social security contributions

.

Chain deals are not possible

. CCNP Certified Engineer with

4–5 years of solid experience

(flexible if technically strong).

Native German not required

, but

C1 German certification is mandatory

.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 4.800,00€ - 5.000,00€ per month

Application Question(s):

What is your visa status and how long it is valid for? Can you speak the German language and English at a C1 level? Are you willing to relocate?
Work Location: In person