Job title: Senior Network Engineer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: IT
Salary: €87,500.00 EUR
Location: Leuven
Job published: 31/03/2026
Job ID: 44178

Job Description

SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER

WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW

Salary: €5,800 – €6,300 gross per month (depending on experience)
Bonus: Up to 10% of annual salary (linked to company performance)
Location: Leuven, Belgium
Working Pattern: Hybrid (approx. 1 day per week from home)
Contract: Permanent

 

ROLE DETAILS

This is a senior-level network engineering position focused on the design, optimisation and security of enterprise-scale infrastructure.

You will work across a global environment, supporting both on-premises and cloud-based (Azure) networks, with a strong focus on security, segmentation and performance.

The role is primarily based on-site in Leuven, with structured hybrid flexibility and occasional travel to support international projects and critical network activities.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and operate enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless and SD-WAN networks
  • Implement network segmentation and security protocols (including NAC / 802.1X)
  • Manage and optimise Cisco-based infrastructure (routing, switching, firewalls, wireless)
  • Monitor network performance and lead complex troubleshooting activities
  • Support ongoing improvements to network architecture and security

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in enterprise network engineering
  • Strong Cisco background (routing, switching, firewalls)
  • Experience with network security, segmentation and access control
  • Hands-on experience with wireless and enterprise networking environments
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in a global environment

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

  • CCNP certification (security-focused preferred)
  • Experience working with Azure networking
  • Exposure to SD-WAN environments

BENEFITS PACKAGE

  • Company car + fuel / charge card
  • Bonus scheme (up to 10%)
  • Pension contribution (2.29% of annual salary)
  • Hospitalisation insurance (DKV)
  • Meal vouchers (€7 per day)
  • Mobile phone + subscription