Senior Technical Consultant - Special Services Network & Security Engineering

<h3>Company Description</h3><p>As a <strong>Technical Consultant at KPN</strong>, you’ll work alongside a passionate team of <strong>infrastructure security specialists</strong>. Together, you form a close-knit group that successfully delivers projects—often in collaboration with project managers and consultants from various disciplines. We follow the latest <strong>DevOps methodologies</strong> and actively engage with our customers, because we believe in moving forward together.</p><p>Within the <strong>Security Special Services</strong> team, we combine our expertise in <strong>design, build, operations, and consultancy</strong> to support customers facing unique challenges. Examples of our tailor-made solutions include:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Zero Trust Network Access services</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Application delivery</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Managed network and security infrastructure</strong>, co-created with the customer</p></li></ul><p>You strengthen our team by contributing to the <strong>security of critical networks</strong>—vital for our customers and for society. Together, we make the Netherlands safer every day.</p><h3>Job Description</h3><p>As a <strong>Technical Consultant at KPN</strong>, you’ll dive deep into the <strong>security infrastructure</strong> of our customers. You design and build innovative systems that we manage on their behalf, ensuring a smooth transition to our operations team.</p><p>You know how to turn complex challenges into smart, effective solutions. Together with the customer, you translate their needs into clear technical specifications. You create <strong>high-level designs</strong> and align them with our <strong>lead consultants and architects</strong> to ensure everything fits seamlessly.</p><p>You bring the following qualities:</p><ul><li><p>You take initiative—both towards customers and within your team.</p></li><li><p>You have a strong interest in <strong>emerging technologies</strong> and are always curious to explore new developments.</p></li><li><p>At KPN, you work in a <strong>hybrid environment</strong>: regularly at our <strong>Amersfoort office</strong> or on-site with customers, with plenty of flexibility to work from home. On average, you’ll spend <strong>2 to 3 days per week</strong> at a KPN location or customer site, and the rest remotely—allowing you to balance work and personal life effectively.</p></li></ul><p>This is how you make an impact—for our customers, our team, and the Netherlands.</p><h3>Qualifications</h3><p>To strengthen our team, we’re looking for a <strong>Technical Consultant</strong> with broad, proven expertise in <strong>network security and cloud security</strong>.</p><p>You bring:</p><ul><li>A proactive mindset with a customer-focused approach—you take pride in delivering quality service.</li><li>Experience with one or more of the following vendors: <strong>F5, Palo Alto, Zscaler, Netskope</strong>.</li><li>A solid foundation in <strong>networking</strong> and strong troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Willingness to invest in relevant <strong>vendor and industry certifications</strong>.</li><li>The ability to identify commercial opportunities, advise customers on optimization, and actively build your professional network.</li></ul><p>Don’t meet every requirement? That’s fine—we’re more interested in your <strong>motivation and growth potential</strong> than a perfect match on paper.</p><h3>Additional Information</h3><p>Of course, we also have a lot to offer you:</p><ul><li>A <strong>gross monthly salary between €5,742 and €8,865</strong>, depending on experience (based on a 40-hour week)</li><li>A <strong>fixed 13th month</strong>, paid partly monthly and partly in January—or you can invest it in a <strong>FLEX &amp; BOOST</strong> goal of your choice</li><li><strong>Annual salary increases</strong> (individual and collective) according to our CLA</li><li><strong>€1,500 per year</strong> in personal development budget for training, coaching, or courses</li><li><strong>Flexible time off</strong>—in consultation with your manager, you decide how to use your vacation days</li><li>A strong <strong>work-life balance</strong></li><li>A <strong>home office setup budget</strong>, plus a <strong>mobile phone and laptop</strong></li><li><strong>50% discount</strong> on KPN products and services (internet, mobile, and streaming)</li><li><strong>Travel reimbursement</strong>: full public transport coverage or €0.23 per km by car; cycling? Receive €0.40 per km</li><li>Option to <strong>lease a bicycle</strong>, with KPN co-paying monthly (for permanent contracts)—from city bikes to e-bikes or speed pedelecs</li><li>Excellent <strong>pension plan</strong>: 23% total contribution, with KPN paying 16% and you 7%</li></ul><p>We believe strongly in the power of technology—made even greater through <strong>human connection</strong>. That’s why we’d love to meet you.</p><p>Want to learn more?<br/> Contact <strong>Rutger Schröder</st