Network and Security Engineer

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Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat Group – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world. 

With Eutelsat Group You’ll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat Group, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat Group?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat Group, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat Group, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Network and Security Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring the operational availability, protection and integrity of the networks dedicated to controlling Eutelsat's fleet of GEO satellites.

In this position, you will work closely with the satellite control systems security manager, system/network engineers and satellite engineers, contributing directly to our ongoing projects and initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an organization that values growth, teamwork, and professional development.

Who You Are:

You are an engineer or have a five-year degree (or equivalent). You have at least three years' experience in IP/WAN network implementation, operation and maintenance. You also have experience in data network security.

You are as interested in network solution engineering as you are in the implementation, daily monitoring and support of these solutions.

What You’ll Do:

You will be responsible for engineering activities.

• Participate in engineering activities related to the identification and selection of technical solutions and the design of local and remote networks.
• Participate in the implementation and qualification of new equipment.
• Write technical documentation. Write and validate operating procedures.
• Lead network infrastructure deployment projects for the control centre's needs, in France and abroad.

You will also be required to perform operational tasks.

• Ensure the proper functioning and optimization of deployed systems. (switches, routers, firewalls, security/IDS equipment)
• Manage and monitor services for equipment updates and migrations.
• Participate in the automation of network equipment management.
• Participate in the configuration of the monitoring and alert system. (Zabbix, Elastic Stack)
• Monitor and resolve operational issues in networks and associated monitoring systems.
• Provide on-call support for operations, typically one week every 45 days or so, with telephone or on-site support (Issy-les-Moulineaux) as needed, for the maintenance of main networks and systems.

You will be responsible for a technical role in network security.

• In collaboration with the satellite control systems security manager, design, organize the technical deployment and maintain the technical solutions resulting from the control Centre’s security measures.
• Implement and continuously improve the security of networks dedicated to satellite control.
• Monitor the actions to be taken to eliminate detected vulnerabilities.

What You’ll Need:

• • Good knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP).
  • Good knowledge and practical experience of Cisco hardware (L2 and L3 equipment) and firewalls (Fortigate). Experience with Stormshield or Palo Alto firewalls, with Juniper, would be appreciated.
  • Good knowledge of network security, partitioning methods (VLAN, VRF), setting up virtual private networks (VPN) and securing access points (radius, 802.1X).
  • Experience with a cybersecurity tool and knowledge of cybersecurity rules and standards (ISO 27001).
  • Good knowledge and practical experience in infrastructure monitoring.
  • Knowledge of the Ansible tool.
  • Basic knowledge of systems and practical experience in bash/python scripting.
  • Fluency in French and good knowledge of written and spoken English.

Where You’ll Work:

You will be based in France, at the headquarters in Issy-les-Moulineaux. As the GEO satellite control network is isolated for security reasons, you will mainly work on site.

As part of the Secure Network and SOC Engineering Department, you will frequently collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers and antenna engineers. Your work will give you an understanding of the needs of the operational teams (controllers, satellite engineers and orbital calculation specialists).

You will be required to be on call for eight to ten weeks per year in order to keep the GEO satellite control network operational.

Travel to foreign sites may be required for the purpose of monitoring or replacing network equipment used in satellite control.

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This role is a Eutelsat Group job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.