Security Engineer

• Thorough knowledge of Security and Firewall platforms such as Check Point, FortiGate, Palo Alto, and Cisco ASA. Check Point knowledge and experience is a requirement.

• Experience with policy design and rulebase optimization

• Knowledge of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)

• Insight into security standards and hardening guidelines (NIST, ISO27001)

• Experience with logging, monitoring, and SIEM (such as Splunk or syslog environments)

• Familiarity with collaborating with SOCs and incident processes

• (Plus) Experience with identity platforms (Cisco ISE, 802.1X)

• (Plus) Experience with the assessment of CVEs in complex environments

• (Plus) Work experience in the public sector, defense, finance, and large enterprise environments

• Communication skills to switch clearly during security incidents and changes

In addition to an inspiring working environment within the Amsterdam ring and, as we say ourselves, over 150 great colleagues, we offer you the following:

• A salary level that matches your role and level, which we will discuss during the first introduction

• An excellent pension scheme via Nationale Nederlanden

• Hybrid working and flexible working hours

• Laptop and phone (Apple or Windows/Android, your choice)

• Travel allowance, mobility budget, or a lease car

• An attractive bicycle plan

• Travel allowance (public transport card or mileage allowance)

• 100% reimbursement of parking costs on office days

• 25 vacation days, with the possibility to purchase more

• The chance to help build a growing organization that prioritizes quality

  At Quanza, we build a diverse and inclusive working environment in which everyone feels accepted and valued, can be themselves, and gets equal opportunities to grow.

Do you want to work on the security of critical infrastructures and complex network environments? And do you get energy from solving security issues together with experienced specialists? Then we would love to meet you.

As a Security Engineer, you are responsible for designing, implementing, and keeping security solutions safe and compliant within complex IT and network environments. You work on both new security designs and on the continuous improvement and maintenance of existing environments.

You communicate daily with fellow engineers, operations, service management and—where necessary—SOCs. Depending on your experience, you will take more control in design choices, risk assessments, and advising the client and organization.

Specifically, you are responsible for:

You work in environments where security is not an afterthought, but an integral part of design and operation.

From Amsterdam, Quanza provides network solutions and managed services for organizations with a network infrastructure where every second counts. Through specialist technological knowledge, independent operations, and highly personalized service, Quanza has been providing the optimal foundation for digital innovation of vital infrastructures in the Netherlands for more than 20 years. Organizations that have outsourced their networks to Quanza include Rijkswaterstaat, GVB, SURF, AMS-IX, and the Port of Rotterdam. We offer them an optimally performing foundation that their entire organization can rely on. This approach is supported by our core values:

• Obsessive,

• Connecting,

• Reliable and

• Problem-solving.

• Designing, configuring, and managing security and firewall solutions

• Developing, assessing, and optimizing security policies and rulebases

• Executing changes, patches, and updates with an eye for risk and continuity

• Analyzing vulnerabilities (CVEs) and advising on mitigating measures

• Ensuring security standards and compliance (e.g., NIST, ISO27001)

• Monitoring, logging, and collaborating with SOCs during security incidents

• Recording designs, changes, and compliance requirements in documentation

You have a passion for security, are analytically sharp, and work in a structured manner. You know how to assess risks, weigh measures, and continue to act carefully even under pressure.

In addition, you possess:

• HBO or WO level of work and thinking

• Check Point (CCSE, CCME) required.

• Cisco CCNP Security or relevant work experience

• Fortinet NSE certification or Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE is a plus

• ITIL Foundation or other process certification

"As a Security Engineer at Quanza, you work on security issues that have impact, in critical environments where your expertise makes a direct difference. You will deal with diverse security platforms, complex policies, and challenging incidents. It is precisely that variety and responsibility that make the work interesting every day."

Interested or have questions? Feel free to contact us via olafg@quanza.net or apply directly. Even if you would first like to brainstorm with our team without obligation!
For this position, we require a recent Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG).

Organizations that have outsourced their networks to Quanza and which you will therefore be working for include Rijkswaterstaat, GVB, SURF, AMS-IX, and the Port of Rotterdam.