Freelance Network Engineer | Junior NOC Engineer

Network Engineer (Junior-Mid Level) | Brussels | Hybrid

I'm currently supporting a leading organisation on the search for a Network Engineer to join a growing team responsible for critical network infrastructure across multiple European locations.

If you're someone who enjoys getting hands-on with networking technology, building configurations from scratch, troubleshooting complex issues, and understanding how and why networks operate, this could be an excellent next step.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure
• Managing and configuring routing, switching and firewall technologies
• Investigating and resolving network incidents and technical issues
• Supporting both operational activities and infrastructure projects
• Working across IT and operational technology environments
• Collaborating with teams across multiple European locations

What we're looking for

• 2+ years of networking experience
• Strong understanding of Routing & Switching (CCNA level or equivalent)
• Ability to configure network devices from scratch
• Experience using Cisco CLI
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto and/or Check Point firewalls
• Understanding of firewall policies, security principles and troubleshooting
• Basic scripting or coding capability (Python exposure is beneficial)
• Experience with monitoring, authentication, NAC or logging tools is advantageous
• Someone who understands networking concepts, not just following existing templates

Languages

• Dutch or French + English

What's on offer?

• Long-term freelance opportunity
• High-impact networking projects
• Exposure to both IT and OT environments
• Hybrid working model
• Modern office environment in Brussels
• Strong mix of operational work and infrastructure projects

? Brussels (Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Please note: only candidates with the right to work in Belgium and suitable Dutch/French language skills can be considered.