Network Automation Engineer - NetDevOps

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

o Develop and implement automated solutions for network security operations.
o Create and maintain scripts and tools for automating network security tasks (e.g. Python, Ansible, PostgreSQL, Jinja).
o Integrate network security solutions with enterprise IT environments, addressing security challenges in hybrid environments using REST API.
o Design and deploy security controls, such as segmentation, access control, and monitoring, with a focus on automation.
o Automate the provisioning, operation, and enhancement of the global network security platform.
o Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation.
o Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins to streamline network security deployments.
o Provide hands-on technical expertise for software upgrades, security policy management, troubleshooting, and implementing new features.

Your Qualifications

o Strong coding skills with experience in scripting languages (e.g. Python) and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform).
o Proven knowledge of network technologies and network segmentation (e.g. security zones, network access control).
o Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins) and container orchestration platforms (e.g. AKS).
o At least 2 years of experience with enterprise-grade networks.
o Experience with network equipment monitoring (SNMP, REST API, dedicated tools: e.g. Nagios, CheckMK).
o Language skills: speaking and writing in English.
o Initiative, willingness to learn, and customer orientation, as well as experience in change processes.
o Proven experience with NetDevOps methodologies.

Nice to have:

o Palo Alto Networks Certified, or Fortinet Network Security Expert
o Industry-recognized network & security certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP).
o Language skills: speaking and writing in German.

Our Offering

• Onboarding & Integration : we help you settle in quickly through our onboarding program and a team that supports you;
• Health & Life Insurance : we provide private health plans and life insurance, so you can have peace of mind;
• Discounts : enjoy discounts from our partners on activities, trainings, goods etc.;
• Bookster Subscription : are you a passionate reader? Then you can borrow your favorite books from the Bookster Library;
• Professional Development : with our variety of projects and teams, you'll be able to learn new skills, develop and shape the career path that fits you best;
• Bonuses : performance bonuses reward your achievements, and thorough referral bonuses we thank you for helping our team grow;
• Gift for Special Occasions : celebrate Easter, 8th of March or the Winter Holiday;
• Vacation Days : we truly believe in long-term partnerships, and we're committed to supporting your well-being with a generous vacation policy from the start of your journey with us;
• Meal Tickets : we're happy to offer meal tickets as part of your everyday benefits, helping make your lunch breaks more enjoyable;
• Flexibility : you can balance your work and personal life with arrangements tailored to your job and responsibilities.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.