GLOBAL NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER

Company Description SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company.
We operate a network of over  laboratories and business facilities  across 115 countries, supported by a team of  dedicated professionals  with over 145 years of service excellence.
Job Description We are looking for a Network Security Engineer to join our team in Spain.
In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the security and optimal performance of our global network services.
You will work closely with stakeholders, support critical network security initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in network operations.
Act as a key connection between different IT areas and stakeholders, focusing on Network Security within Global Network Services.
Help implement the global network strategy in collaboration with the Network Lead.
Serve as a primary contact for network security-related activities within the organization.
Ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability of the company's global network infrastructure.
Lead and participate in the onboarding of key global network security initiatives into operations.
Work closely with integration and engineering teams to proactively identify and resolve network security issues.
Manage and troubleshoot Level 3 network incidents, ensuring timely resolution.
Engage with third-party providers and vendors to drive issue resolution and meet service-level agreements (SLAs).
Support Change Management and Problem Management processes.
Stay up to date with the latest network security technologies and best practices.
Qualifications Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCNP Security, CCIE, CCIE Security, or CCIE Enterprise are highly preferred.
Certifications in firewalls (Checkpoint, Palo Alto), WAF (F5), SASE/SDWAN (Versa, Cisco, Palo Alto), and ZTNA/VPN (Ivanti, Zscaler, Cisco, Palo Alto) are an advantage.
ITIL certification (Foundation level or higher) is a plus.
Experience 5+ years of experience in managing large-scale, complex global networks (500+ sites, including China).
Strong expertise in network security technologies, routing protocols, and firewall management.
Hands-on experience in planning, designing, implementing, and operating network security solutions (firewalls, WAFs, ZTNA, cloud-based security).
Experience with software-defined networks (SDN) and cloud security solutions (SASE/SSE) is a plus.
Proven ability to handle incident, problem, and change management processes effectively.
Experience working with global teams, international customers, and service providers.
Strong understanding of customer support processes and service-level management (ITIL framework).
Experience managing escalated network security incidents and critical issue resolution.
Skills & Competencies Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across teams and business units.
Ability to perform under high-pressure situations and manage crisis scenarios effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess security risks and implement solutions.
Proactive mindset, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
Additional Information Why SGS? Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
Enjoy a flexible schedule and hybrid work model.
Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.
Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.
Benefit from a comprehensive benefits platform.
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