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Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: From apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and to building interiors and more. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us Discover our world at www.freudenberg-

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Corporate Events

Diversity & Inclusion

Easily Reachable

Flexible Work Models

Meal Allowance

Brasov

Romania - Remote

Remote

Freudenberg Performance Materials SRL

You support our team as

IT NETWORK & SECURITY ENGINEER

Responsibilities

• Provide functional expertise and guidance on network solutions designs;
• Operate and support the hybrid IT network infrastructure (on-premises & cloud), including firewalls, switches, routing, SD-WAN, VPN and WLAN;
• Administrate and further develop global network architectures in a complex IT environment with Cisco, Fortinet and other products;
• Participate in IT projects – from technical conception and administrative support to operational implementation;
• Ensure network availability and security through monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization;
• Third-level support and management of rollouts and migrations;
• Contribute to the definition and implementation of global IT standards as well as participate in corporate-wide committees (e.g. security policies, network structures);
• Document and continuous improve deployed systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field;
• Several years of solid practical experience in the implementation, operation and optimization of complex network infrastructures (LAN, WAN, WLAN);
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, GCP, or AWS, configuring virtual networks, routing, security services, and hybrid connectivity;
• In-depth technical knowledge of IP networks, switching (L2/L3), VLANs, and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF, EIGRP);
• Comprehensive knowledge with firewall and proxy technologies based on Fortinet products;
• Ideally experience with FortiAnalyzer;
• Ideally network certifications (e.g., CCNA);
• Knowledge of 802.1x endpoint security, Zscaler and MS Entra Access solutions desirable;
• Technical leadership competencies (e.g. input on IT architecture);
• Fluent in English, German is an advantage;
• Structured, self-reliant working style and a high level of customer orientation;
• Effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners on IT infrastructure projects;
• Reliability, accountability, team spirit, and a proactive attitude;
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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