Network Engineer

Vopak helps the world flow forward. We store the energy of today and tomorrow. But behind our impressive terminals and tanks, it is our people who make the difference. Guided by our culture of Trust, Collaboration, and Courage, we focus on creating an impact that brings the opportunity to grow and to make a real difference. As Network Engineer, you will play a key role in realizing our ambitions while building both the future of Vopak and your own.

Your Mission

As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end health of the network, from the user’s device to the application server, ensuring high performance across our Greenfield and Brownfield projects.

What will you be doing?

• Network & Security Operations: Manage and optimize Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco Wireless, and Cisco Catalyst Center. Administer a robust Fortinet stack including FortiManager, FortiClient EMS, and FortiClient

• Advanced Fortinet Administration: Execute complex configurations including VDOMs, NPU links, High Availability (HA), 802.3ad Aggregate interfaces, and Zoning

• Security Policy Management: Manage firewall rule changes, Virtual IPs (VIP), SNAT/DNAT, and security profiles (Web Filtering, SSL/SSH Inspection)

• ITIL Process Management: Strictly adhere to Incident and Change Management procedures via ServiceNow. Ensure all network changes are documented, approved, and executed according to global ITIL standards

• Connectivity: Build and maintain secure IPsec VPN Tunnels and SSLVPN configurations for regional connectivity

• End-to-End Troubleshooting: Diagnose complex issues across the stack—from end-user machines to application servers—using tools like TCPdump, Wireshark (packet sniffing), and iperf

• Monitoring: Maintain 24/7 visibility of global infrastructure using the PRTG Monitoring System

• Project Deployment: Support network operations and assist in Greenfield (new builds) and Brownfield (upgrades/migrations) deployments

• Physical Layer Maintenance: Manage network cabling requirements, including Copper and Fiber (Single-mode/Multimode), and specify correct Fiber Transceivers

Why you’ll love working with us

• A market-based salary depending on your experience and knowledge and attractive bonuses

• A healthy work-life balance with hybrid work - depending on your role

• Great atmosphere! Plenty of freedom, room for initiative, and an engaging environment

• Want to know more about our great work culture? Follow us on Instagram or check out our stories on LinkedIn

Does this sound like you?

• Core Networking: Strong mastery of TCP/IP, VLANs, Subnetting, ARP, MAC Addressing, Routing, and SD-WAN

• IT/OT Integration: Basic understanding of the Purdue Model and the unique requirements of OT infrastructure

• Certifications: Cisco: CCNA or CCNP, Fortinet: FCP (NSE4) or FCSS (NSE7)

• Safety Excellence: A "Safety First" mindset is non-negotiable. Familiarity with safety protocols in industrial zones (e.g., Jurong Island) is highly preferred

• Global Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a multicultural, multi-timezone team. You should be someone who shares knowledge and supports colleagues across the globe

• Flexibility & Adaptability: Comfortable shifting between high-level configuration tasks and hands-on physical work. Ready to adapt to changing project priorities in a fast-paced environment

Don’t meet all our criteria? No problem! If this role energizes you and our culture feels like a good fit, we warmly invite you to apply anyway.

What energy will you bring? We’d love to meet you!

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At Vopak, we foster an inclusive workplace where you are empowered to bring your best self to work. Guided by trust, a spirit of collaboration, and the courage to lead change, we create an environment where everyone truly belongs.

Vopak is an equal opportunity employer. Everyone is different, and the differences in people allow us to match our ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. That's why we are curious about who you are!

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