For a customer in West-Flanders we are looking for a Junior/Medior Network security engineer Fortinet.
Start date: Asap
Mandays: 110+ (6months with extensions)
Location: West-Flanders
Languages: NL + ENG
Remote Politics: 4 days on Site
Daily rate: Negotiable
Role Overview
We’re looking for a Network Security Engineer with knowledge and/or Experience in Fortinet technologies to join a dynamic IT environment undergoing transformation.
You’ll be responsible for securing and optimizing the company’s network infrastructure across multiple sites, working closely with internal teams and external partners (e.g., Fortinet, Proximus).
* You will play a key role in upcoming projects, such as:Extending and optimizing Fortinet firewall configurations.
* Implementing FortiProxy and FortiMail solutions.
* Supporting network refresh and data center renewal initiatives.
* Contributing to the rollout of Privileged Access Management (PAM)
* Collaborating with cybersecurity partners such as Phished and Darktrace.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and improve the global Fortinet-based network infrastructure (firewalls, VPNs, FortiSwitches, FortiProxy, FortiMail).
* Implement network segmentation, security policies, and SD-WAN configurations.
* Participate in data center renewal and hardware replacement projects (Lenovo → next-gen infrastructure).
* Troubleshoot network and security incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and strong protection.
* Collaborate with SOC and external partners on vulnerability management (Tenable) and phishing awareness campaigns (Phished).
* Provide technical input for new CRM and SAP system integrations.
* Document network designs, configurations, and incident response procedures.
Your Profile
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Networking, or equivalent experience.
* 3–5 years of hands-on experience in network and security engineering.
* expertise/knowledge with Fortinet technologies (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiProxy, FortiMail).
* Experience with VPN, routing, and switching (LAN/WAN).
* Familiar with Tenable, Darktrace, or similar vulnerability and detection tools.
* Knowledge of PAM solutions is a plus.
* Good understanding of Microsoft environments (Active Directory, O365, Entra ID).
* Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
* Fluent in Dutch, English is a strong asset.