Security Engineer

Security Engineer - Amsterdam

We are working with a global leader in internet infrastructure, operating one of the largest and most advanced internet exchange platforms in the world. Headquartered in Amsterdam with a presence spanning multiple continents, they connect thousands of networks and enable massive volumes of internet traffic to flow securely and efficiently every day. Their platform sits right at the heart of how the internet functions, supporting everything from major telecoms and cloud providers to content networks, and they continue to expand into new regions as demand for fast, reliable connectivity grows.

They've built a reputation as pioneers in the interconnection space, moving from proprietary systems to open standards and driving innovation in network automation, and they're now looking for a Security Engineer to join the team. It's a genuinely exciting opportunity to help protect infrastructure that the internet itself relies on, working on problems with real global impact as part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

Apply NOW or send your CV to owen.mcgowan@hamilton-barnes.de to find out more.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise firewall infrastructure across a global network
• Monitor logs, spot threats and respond to suspicious activity
• Build and refine firewall rules and configs for better performance and protection
• Help shape scalable, resilient security architecture
• Lead firewall migrations, upgrades and infrastructure changes
• Keep documentation, policies and reporting up to date
• Run security assessments, audits and vulnerability remediation
• Support ISMS activities and turn findings into real improvements
• Work closely with engineering teams and external security partners

Skills & Experience:

• 3-5+ years' experience in network or infrastructure security engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with firewall technologies such as Palo Alto and Juniper
• Solid understanding of networking and security protocols, VPNs, IDS/IPS and threat mitigation
• Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Sentinel
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Experience working in large-scale or global infrastructure environments