Network Architect Job Description
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We are seeking a skilled Network Architect to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure and scalable connectivity solutions for on-premise infrastructure and public cloud environments using SD-WAN technologies.
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This role is critical in enabling seamless hybrid cloud operations and ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security of enterprise network traffic.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Design and implement SD-WAN-based connectivity between data centres, branch offices, and cloud platforms
* Configure and manage SD-WAN edge devices, cloud gateways, and orchestrators to ensure seamless hybrid connectivity
* Define and enforce routing, segmentation, and security policies across hybrid environments
* Support in managing, designing and operating the global hybrid SD-WAN environment
* Automate provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, or Python etc.
* Integrate and manage Checkpoint firewalls for secure perimeter and interconnect traffic
* Design, implement and manage Azure & AWS Network Firewall policies for traffic inspection, filtering, and segmentation in cloud environments
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:
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* Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience
* Several years of experience in network architecture or a related role, with a focus SD-WAN and Cloud connectivity
* Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE or equivalent
Skills:
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* Strong understanding of network technologies protocols
* Experience with network security principles and best practices
* Proficiency in designing and implementing complex network architectures
* Familiarity with multi-cloud connectivity and cloud-native security services
* Proficient in English, both spoken and written and intercultural sensitivity
* Profound knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, trends and paradigms of IT
* Good Knowledge of Security Technologies
* Hands-on experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and IPSec tunnels
* Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and SASE architectures
Benefits:
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* Individual development planning based on your personal needs and targets
* Work from home up to 2 days a week
* Option to work from other EU countries up to 40 days per year
* Agile and collaborative work style
* Opportunity to make a difference
* Employee discounts
* An international team across 4 locations in a globally active organization
* Company and tariff pension plan
* Health insurance
* Assistance with child-care
* Relocation package offered if needed
* Canteen on-site
* Sabbatical option