Network Engineer / Network Administrator – Rome, Italy

🚀 Network Engineer / Network Administrator – Rome, Italy (Hybrid) Are you passionate about enterprise networking, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure? We're looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join a long-term international project supporting a complex and mission-critical network environment based in Rome, Italy .

📍 Location

• Rome, Italy
• Hybrid model: up to 3 days remote per week

🎯 Your Mission You will be responsible for the operation, administration, and continuous improvement of enterprise network services, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across a complex multi-tenant environment. You will also collaborate closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver secure and scalable networking solutions.

💻 Key Responsibilities ✅ Configure and support Cisco network infrastructure (Nexus, Catalyst, routing & switching)

✅ Manage Cisco Meraki environments (switching, wireless, and security)

✅ Administer Cisco Firepower and F5 BIG-IP AFM firewalls

✅ Support and maintain F5 Load Balancers

✅ Configure and troubleshoot IPSEC VPN connections

✅ Monitor WAN performance and resolve network incidents

✅ Participate in cybersecurity initiatives and vulnerability remediation

✅ Implement secure network architectures and operational standards

✅ Automate operational tasks through scripting and automation tools

✅ Produce technical documentation and support continuous service improvements

✅ Required Skills

• 5+ years of networking experience
• Strong expertise in Cisco Routing & Switching
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki solutions
• Experience with F5 Load Balancers
• Cisco Firepower and F5 AFM administration
• TCP/IP networking knowledge
• OSPF and BGP routing protocols
• Enterprise LAN/WAN and Data Centre environments
• SD-WAN, MPLS, DNS and network monitoring technologies
• Network Security and Cybersecurity best practices
• ITIL-based operational environments
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• AWS networking concepts (VPCs, routing, security groups, connectivity)

⭐ Nice to Have

• VPN/IPSec expertise
• Network monitoring and performance analysis tools
• Multi-vendor networking environments
• Automation and scripting experience
• Cloud networking experience

🏆 Certifications Valued

• CCNA / CCNP
• Cisco Meraki Certifications
• Cisco Security / Firepower Certifications
• AWS Certifications
• ITIL Foundation
• CISSP
• CompTIA Network+
• GIAC Certifications

🌍 What We're Looking For We are looking for a proactive, service-oriented professional who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to contribute to secure and resilient network operations.

What We Offer 🌍 Hybrid Working Model Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement, depending on client and project requirements.

📚 Continuous Learning & Development Expand your skills through our Expleo Academy , with access to language courses, technical training, and industry certifications.

🌴 Time for Yourself Benefit from 24 vacation days per year , plus additional time off on December 24th and December 31st .

🤝 A Supportive Work Environment Join a culture where collaboration, mutual support, and teamwork are valued above competition.

🏃‍♂️ Well-being & Social Activities At Expleo, there is always something happening. Take part in our running and padel clubs, summer events, Halloween celebrations, team-building activities, and much more.

💳 Flexible Benefits Package Choose the benefits that best fit your lifestyle, including private health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, and more.

🤝 Our Commitment At Expleo, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive.