Junior Network & Security Automation Engineer

We're looking for a Junior Network & Security Automation Engineer who wants to help us evolving towards an autonomous, agentic network of the future. Do you want to work in an environment which is deeply focused on automation, modern engineering and AI integration? Do you want to work in one of the bank’s most critical 24x7 , complex and challenging IT domains? We offer you a role where you can truly grow — technically, personally and toward specialization. You'll get training on the job by experienced engineers, certifications (CCNA/CCNP, security, automation) and coaching. On top you'll work in a professional and ambitious team where innovation and quality come first.

We are in the middle of a major transformation: from traditional networking to fully automated, APIdriven, and eventually agentic autonomous network services. As a junior engineer, you get the unique opportunity to step in right when this engineering journey becomes most exciting. Do you want to be part of our journey? Then please continue reading and apply online!

As a Junior Network & Security Automation Engineer, you will join one of our NW&DC engineering teams. With your basic knowledge of networking, security concepts and automation we will help you to grow while you're actively contributing to:

• Modern network platforms that operate both onprem and in the cloud
• Automated services used directly by application and platform teams (selfservice)
• Securitybydesign networking, where policies are enforced consistently and centrally
• The transition to InfrastructureasCode, CI/CD and APIdriven network services

You will work in an Agile environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement, reliability and standardization. On top you will support experienced engineers and grow quickly by contributing handson to:

• Engineering & Automation.
• Configure, manage and automate network and security solutions (F5, Check Point, Palo Alto, Zscaler, proxies, firewalls, load balancers).
• Build repeatable, templatebased network patterns.
• Automate tasks using Python, Ansible, Git, YAML and InfrastructureasCode principles.
• CI/CD integrations, validation and security checks within pipelines.
• Security & Governance.
• Apply security policies, segmentation models and traffic governance frameworks.
• End to end networking and security integrations in hybrid environments Agentic Networking & AI integration.
• Learn how we evolve towards an autonomous, agentic network—with automated decision-making and selfhealing engineering.
• Explore how (Gen)AI can support policy generation, troubleshooting, observability and pattern detection.
• Proof of concepts where AI and network automation come together.

The Networks & Datacenter (NW&DC) Engineering department is part of Platform & Technology (P&T) within ABN AMRO. P&T delivers a standardized, secure and always-on- IT landscape that supports thousands of applications and DevOps teams. Within NW&DC Engineering, we design, operate and continuously improve the bank’s enterprise network landscape across datacenters, cloud platforms, office locations and remote environments. We are strongly adopting Platform Engineering principles to offer end-to-end integrated and automated platform services to our developers. Our department forms the foundation of ABN AMRO’s IT landscape. We provide a secure, scalable, always on infrastructure that supports thousands of applications and DevOps teams. Automation, security, reliability and compliance are at the core of everything we do.

You have a proactive, collaborative mindset with a desire to grow into a T-shaped Network Engineer, that's what your basic attitude is. You bring a foundation in:

• Networking at CCNA level or similar (routing, switching, security, segmentation).
• Basic understanding of security concepts.
• Curiosity and interest in automation (Python, Ansible, Git, YAML).
• Experience with GenAI tools, LLM integration or enabled troubleshooting.
• Understanding of cloud networking (Azure/AWS).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Grafana or Elastic.

We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing. In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36‑hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
  Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.
  
  

You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Are you ready to make an impact on the network landscape of tomorrow? We look forward to meeting you! If you have any additional questions please contact Paula Hof- Rubner, Head of Network & Datacenter 06-30804434.

When you choose to apply and we recognize a strong match with your experience, skills, and potential, you will be invited to the next steps in our selection process. As part of this process, you will complete a online personality assessment, which provides insight into your analytical abilities, working style, and professional drivers. If your profile stands out, you will be invited for a personal interview with our Product Owner and IT Lead. During this conversation, we will dive deeper into your technical expertise, your vision on modern networking, and how you can contribute to our Future Fit Workforce.

Please note that it is a requirement for this role that you live and work in the Netherlands.

At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

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