Principal Network & Security Engineer
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Bratislava, SlovakiaPosted Jul 17, 2026
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Principal Network & Security Engineer
BRATISLAVA, Bratislavský kraj, Slovakia
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Introduction
IBM is seeking a Principal Network & Security Engineer to join our team in Bratislava. This role is designed for an experienced, curious, and technically strong engineer who thrives in complex environments, contributes beyond their individual scope, and actively drives automation and operational excellence across Enterprise Network & Security.
Your role and responsibilities
• Device Deployment and Configuration, Network upgrades, roll out of new products and continuous improvements. • Willingness to research, learn and use new technologies while staying focused on deliverables. • Work with IBM internal Teams and vendors on reported issues and problems that require higher technical level of engagement. • Customer-focused approach, with the ability to understand user problems and deliver solutions that enhance End user experience and application performance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and optimize existing infrastructure. • Ability to support a global network footprint, with availability to address critical issues outside of standard business hours when necessary.In line with applicable pay transparency requirements, we are sharing the starting annual base pay (gross per year).This amount is the starting pay for the position, based on a full-time schedule over a full calendar year. The final offer may vary depending on your skills, qualifications, and experience, as permitted under applicable local law.At IBM, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includeso Opportunities for personal and career developmento Additional paid time offo Comprehensive health coverage, including critical illness, life, and disability insurance, plus access to a medical centero 100% paid sick leave for up to 60 dayso MultiSport cardo Exclusive IBM discounts on sports, travel, cultural activities, shopping, health, beauty, and diningIf you are successfully selected for offer, we will share the full details of the compensation package and benefits with the offer letter.
Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Master's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
• Proven Engineering experience in Transformation/Transition of Enterprise networks.• Deep technical knowledge of current network technologies, hardware, protocols, and standards• Exposure to preparation, design and adjustments of Site environment deployment (rack, power, cooling, etc.)• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with global teams and stakeholders.• Demonstrate capability managing simultaneous programs, crisis situations, and successfully meeting business objectives.• Demonstrated Experience with DNAC, Cisco ISE and Network Automation Platforms (AAP)
Preferred technical and professional experience
• Certifications from vendors such as PaloAlto, Cisco, Juniper, etc.• Experience with open hardware network platforms is a plus.· Experience in scripting languages, software defined network automation, SDN controllers for network automation tasks.· Experience in making standardized template driven configurations.· Occasional on-call coverage during Weekends to support internal Teams in case of high severity incidents.• Flexible working hours based on Business Demand (Global Team Meetings, Change Implementation outside of business hours)• We strive to keep learning and improving, and we work to share the knowledge we have learned throughout IBM.
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