Architect Remote Access - N
Permanent/Freelance
About Proximus Luxembourg
Proximus Luxembourg is a leading historical player in the ICT & Telecoms markets. Proximus Luxembourg addresses both residential and business markets through its commercial brands Tango, Proximus NXT and more recently Codit.
With PSF support status, the company has almost 750 employees. All these experts share a passion for digital technology, a spirit of openness and innovation, and a desire to simplify, connect and make their customers' personal and professional activities ever more secure.
Proximus Luxembourg is actively contributing to the acceleration of Luxembourg's digitalisation and its economic influence through the development of connectivity, resilient infrastructures and 5G, as well as innovative technologies such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and IoT.
Proximus Luxembourg is a subsidiary of the Proximus group (Euronext Brussels: PROX), provider of digital services and communication solutions operating in the Belgian and international markets.
About Proximus NXT
Proximus NXT Luxembourg supports all organizations in their digital transformation, by providing holistic ICT & Telecommunication solutions, as well as tailored managed services. With our partners and customers, we co-create opportunities and enable growth in a secure and sustainable manner. As a result of our unique expertise in next-gen IT services, mobile and advanced connectivity, we help our customers achieve their ambitions and realize their vision.
Together with them and our partners we implement sovereign and trusted solutions that make people work smarter.
Your mission:
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled VPN Architect with a strong background in designing, deploying, and automating IPSec and SSL VPN solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with tools like NetBox, Ansible, and AWX, and will lead the implementation of scalable, automated VPN infrastructures. This role focuses on driving operational efficiency, security, and reliability in VPN deployments.
Key Responsibilities:
* VPN Architecture and Design:
* Design and implement scalable, secure IPSec and SSL VPN architectures tailored to business needs.
* Develop high-level (HLD) and low-level designs (LLD) for VPN solutions.
* Ensure alignment with security best practices and industry standards.
* Automation of VPN Deployments:
* Create and maintain automated workflows for VPN configurations using Ansible and AWX.
* Automate the deployment and lifecycle management of IPSec/SSL VPN gateways, tunnels, and policies.
* Build modular and reusable playbooks for dynamic VPN setups across multiple environments.
* Integration with Source of Truth (NetBox):
* Integrate NetBox as the central source of truth for VPN configuration parameters and inventories.
* Ensure consistency and accuracy of data in NetBox for automated provisioning workflows.
* Operational Efficiency:
* Develop workflows to automate VPN provisioning, configuration validation, and compliance checks.
* Simplify management of complex VPN topologies through robust automation pipelines.
* Monitoring and Optimization:
* Implement monitoring tools to ensure VPN performance, reliability, and security.
* Continuously optimize VPN setups for improved performance and reduced latency.
* Collaboration and Mentorship:
* Collaborate with network, security, and DevOps teams to integrate VPN automation into broader infrastructure workflows.
* Provide guidance and training to operational teams on VPN best practices and automation techniques.
* Documentation and Standards:
* Maintain comprehensive documentation for VPN architectures, automation workflows, and operational procedures.
* Define and enforce standards for VPN design and deployment automation.
Your profile:
* Technical Expertise:
* Extensive hands-on experience with IPSec and SSL VPN technologies (e.g., Cisco, OpenVPN, or StrongSwan).
* Strong knowledge of automation tools, particularly Ansible and AWX.
* Expertise in using NetBox for infrastructure documentation and as a source of truth.
* Solid Linux skills ( Bash) for advanced customization.
* Automation Experience:
* Proven track record in automating VPN deployments at scale.
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure automation.
* Soft Skills:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
* Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
* Preferred:
* Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), CompTIA Linux+ (with a focus on security modules), LFCS (Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator) or equivalent.
* Experience with GitLab or similar platforms for automation code management.
* Familiarity with VPN monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Our offer:
A professional and stimulating work environment in the IT & telecom sector. Multiple career opportunities within the Proximus Group at national and international level, cutting-edge training in new technologies, a wealth of recognized expertise. We also offer an attractive salary package and many other benefits.
Our company is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity in all its forms. We firmly believe that each individual brings a unique richness to our teams, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every voice counts.
If at the end of the process your application is successful, you will be asked to provide an extract from your criminal record. Your personal information will be handled in compliance with applicable data protection laws.