Network Engineer

• A completed HBO+ degree in Computer Science.
• Proven experience in at least 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience within complex IT infrastructure environments.

• You have extensive knowledge of the products listed below and the associated management tooling certification in one or more of these products is a plus.
• Cisco Nexus and Arista switches (with protocols such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS).
• Check Point, Palo Alto.
• A10 load balancer.
• Aruba ClearPass & Wireless.
• Experience with Ansible is a plus..

To make a difference in this role, you recognise yourself in the following competencies:

• You are an excellent communicator who sets boundaries, gives solicited and unsolicited feedback, and can express yourself well (both verbally and in writing) in Dutch and English;
• You have strong analytical skills and can think conceptually;
• You are innovative, professional, results-oriented, proactive and loyal;
• You have sufficient persuasiveness, are flexible and a true team player;
• You are used to working in an Agile team, but also according to ITIL processes;
• You are full of energy, resilient under pressure and also risk-aware;

• Type of contract is indefinite.
• A salary in scale 7: €4,211 to €7,447 per month (based on a 40-hour work week).
• A solid pension through ABP, with 70% of the premium paid by us.
• 43 vacation days per year.
• Hybrid working.
• TenneT conducts a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) screening and an AIVD security screening for this position.
• Support for your vitality, with contributions towards a gym membership and health insurance.
• Development opportunities through the TenneT Academy, so you can continue to expand your knowledge and skills.

The energy transition requires smart and decisive professionals. In Datacenter Networking, we work every day on managing infrastructure, cybersecurity, system innovation, software and secure and reliable technology solutions that support business operations and digital transformation, ensuring that the Netherlands can continue to rely on a stable electricity grid in the future. Will you contribute to this as Network Engineer Datacenter Networking?

At TenneT, we look for professionals who contribute to an effective and future‑proof project organisation. We expect you to have the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and our mission. Therefore, we ask for:

This role falls under the function profile IT Specialist, ensuring clarity for both you and TenneT regarding the responsibilities, expectations and growth opportunities associated with this position.

How will you keep the Netherlands running? As Network Engineer Datacenter Networking, you are responsible for implementing initiatives to improve the availability and performance of the IT infrastructure, ensuring that the Netherlands can continue to rely on reliable, affordable and sustainable energy. You will be working in the Datacenter Networking team, consisting of 12 colleagues. In addition, you will be responsible for:

• Performing administrative and operational tasks on the (network) infrastructure.
• Monitoring and safeguarding the availability and performance of the (network) infrastructure.
• Investigating and resolving (complex) 2nd- and 3rd-line incidents in the (network) infrastructure.
• Writing change proposals and problem reports in response to incidents and planned changes.

This is a complex environment in which 24-hour availability is essential. The candidate must therefore be willing to participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation when requested.