Senior ICT Network Engineer (Freelance)
Leuven, Belgium (Hybrid – 3 days onsite/week)
Initial 12-month contract + extension
Rate: €520 per day
We are partnering with a leading semiconductor organisation to secure a highly skilled Senior ICT Network Engineer for a long-term freelance opportunity.
This role offers the chance to work within a cutting-edge, high-tech environment, supporting critical infrastructure across enterprise and research networks.
Key responsibilities:
* Designing, implementing, and maintaining routing, switching, wireless, and firewall solutions
* Monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimising network performance to ensure high availability and security
* Driving lifecycle activities (upgrades, migrations, technology refreshes)
* Supporting infrastructure transformation projects and new site deployments
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure architectures
* Contributing to network automation, documentation, and disaster recovery planning
* Improving operational processes and security controls
Experience:
* 5+ years’ experience in enterprise network engineering
* Strong expertise in routing, switching, and wireless networking
* Solid understanding of network security principles (segmentation, firewalling, zero trust)
* Hands-on experience with monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation
* Knowledge of cloud networking and core services (DNS, DHCP, IPAM, AAA, NAC)
* Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
If this sounds like a good fit, please apply or reach out for a confidential discussion. We are happy to share further details about our client and the role.