Senior Network Specialist

Overview

We are looking for an experienced network and security professional to design, support, and manage global network services including WAN, LAN, WLAN, firewall, VPN, voice, and video. This role involves working closely with teams to translate business needs into effective network solutions and ensuring smooth operation and compliance across international projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure business and security requirements are met for global network services such as WAN, LAN, WLAN, firewall, VPN, voice, and video.
• Translate business or IT department requirements into network solutions and support solution design.
• Provide direct support for project planning and execution related to network services.
• Support the network team in managing the service lifecycle, especially for voice and video services.
• Operate ITIL-based KPI and SLA processes, including implementation and reporting.
• Participate in technical integration activities, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Deliver 2nd and 3rd level support for network services and ensure compliance with internal regulations.
• Manage third-party providers and oversee network-related projects.
• Maintain up-to-date network service documentation, roadmaps, and regular project and KPI reporting.

Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science, Business Economics, or a related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in IT solution design and technical planning within multinational organizations.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with network and security technologies.
• Strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, LAN networking, standards, topologies, protocols, and equipment.
• Expertise in Cisco/Meraki networking, ZScaler (ZIA & ZPA), and security appliances such as Fortinet or Checkpoint.
• Proven experience delivering network technology solutions and managing related projects on a global scale.
• Project management experience in international network projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Certifications including Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE3 (or higher), ITIL Foundation, and a project management certification (e.g., PMI or PRINCE2).
• Fluent English language skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to stay current with industry trends and apply them to the role.