IT Security Specialist

Role

• Configuring, monitoring, and maintaining Fortinet FortiGate firewalls and associated security solutions to ensure optimal performance and protection
• Administering and optimizing HPE and Aruba network switches to provide reliable, secure, and scalable connectivity
• Implementing and managing advanced security measures to protect internal services, web applications, and APIs from cyber threats
• Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and applying patches, firmware updates, and configuration changes in line with best practices
• Collaborating with cross-functional IT teams to design, implement, and enforce network and security policies
• Analyzing system and security logs to detect, investigate, and resolve potential issues or intrusions
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, configuration records, and operational procedures

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in firewall administration and enterprise network management
• Proven hands-on experience with Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of HPE and Aruba network switching, including configuration, VLAN management, and troubleshooting
• Deep understanding of network infrastructure, routing, switching, and security protocols
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in English (C1 level or higher)
• Nice to have certification: Fortigate products like NSE certifications or Network certifications (minimum CCNP)

Benefits

• Company events
• Food Allowance --> Net Allowance
• Health/ Medical insurance
• Internal career development program
• Life Insurance
• Onboarding program
• Sport allowances/ Compensation

Hemmersbach provides IT infrastructure services in more than 190 countries with 50 own subsidiaries. We deliver exclusively for the leading companies in the IT industry. We go the extra mile – we not only simply enthuse our customers, but also make the world a better place: 20% of our profits go into our Direct Actions Hemmersbach Rhino Force and Hemmersbach Kids’ Family. That’s why Hemmersbach is The Social Purpose IT Company.