Network & Firewall Engineer with German - Senior Consultant/Manager (f/m/d)

• Designing and implementing IP-based network solutions with a strong security posture
• Developing and enforcing network security standards and best practices
• Designing and maintaining network zones, segmentation strategies, and access control policies
• Managing and configuring firewall systems
• Implementing and operating proxy solutions to ensure secure and monitored web access
• Supporting secure connectivity for SAP systems using SAP Router
• Driving network automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual interventions
• Reviewing, optimizing, and maintaining security rule sets and configurations
• Collaborating with other IT/security teams and business units to ensure alignment of infrastructure with security and business requirements

• At least 5 years of experience with IP-based network design and troubleshooting
• Deep understanding of network security principles, including segmentation, access control, and threat mitigation
• Practical knowledge of firewall technologies (e.g., Cisco ASA/FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point)
• Experience configuring and managing proxy systems (e.g., Zscaler, Blue Coat/Symantec, Squid)
• Familiarity with network zone concepts (e.g., DMZ, internal, external, restricted zones)
• Understanding and configuration experience with SAP Router for secure SAP communication
• Experience in network automation tools and scripting - Python
• Advanced level of English and German
• Ability to lead technical discussions, make design decisions, and mentor junior staff

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with Tufin Secure Track/SecureChange for firewall and policy management
• Exposure to cloud networking and security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Things to know before departure: 

• Start: by arrangement -  always on the 1st and 15th of the month
• Working hours: full-time (40h); 27 vacation days
• Employment contract: Unlimited
• Line of work: Consulting 
• Language skills: Fluency in English & German 
• Flexibility & willingness to travel
• Other: a valid work permit

ENABLING YOU TO SHAPE A BETTER TOMORROW

As a digitalization pioneer in the mobility and manufacturing industries, MHP transfers its expertise to a wide range of industries and is a premium partner for thought leaders on their way to a Better Tomorrow. MHP serves over 300 customers worldwide. Among them are leading corporations, innovative medium-sized companies and disruptive start-ups. MHP provides both operational and strategic consulting and delivers proven IT and technology expertise as well as specific industry know-how.

As OneTeam, MHP operates internationally, with headquarters in Germany and subsidiaries in the US, Mexico, UK, Romania, India and China. For over 30 years, MHP has been shaping the future together with its customers. More than 4,500 MHP employees are united by the aspiration for excellence and sustainable success. This aspiration continues to drive MHP - today and in the future.

MHP Romania, part of MHP – A Porsche Company group, is a strategic technology and consulting hub within MHP’s global network, focused on digital transformation and enterprise solutions. The company supports global operations for MHP and Porsche AG through expertise in areas such as Software Engineering, Cloud, AI, Data Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Business Services. 

Within the SAP area, MHP Romania provides consulting services across SAP ECC and S/4HANA environments, covering implementation, integration, support, and optimization activities. Its expertise spans system configuration, custom development, data migration, and interface design, supporting end-to-end SAP delivery across greenfield, brownfield, rollout, and AMS projects. 

With a team of over 1,000 specialists, MHP Romania is the largest subsidiary of MHP – A Porsche Company, bringing together colleagues from Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, and Bucharest, as well as remote employees across Romania.

MHP: DRIVEN BY EXCELLENCE.

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At MHP, you will continuously grow with your projects and objectives in an innovative and supportive environment. That makes us the perfect sparring partner for your career, fueling your growth as an expert in your field while expanding your business network.

We value the authenticity that comes from bringing your individual strengths into the team. Diversity plays a key role in our culture, and it brings different visions & flavors into the mix.

• We all share a strong team spirit. Every win, big or small, belongs to all of us.
• We always welcome curiosity, creativity, and unconventional thinking patterns.
• We recognize the importance of healthy, tight-knit communities and sustainable environmental changes, and we strive to enact positive change in any form within our reach.
• We’re here to co-create your ideal career growth plan tailored to your professional aspirations.

The best thing is to apply now simply online via our JobLocator. Just a few clicks, and you can send us your application documents, such as CV, references, and project lists, if applicable. A cover letter is not required.

By the way: When we receive your application, our recruiting team checks across all divisions to see if there is a suitable position for you. Regardless of current job postings, we try to find the most matching job for you at MHP.

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