ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

· Experience with the designing, implementing, and maintaining the core network architecture for large organizations
· Practical experience configuring, troubleshooting and optimizing routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware/software networking elements
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Good analytical skills and problem-solving attitude
· Practical experience with the designing, implementing, and maintaining the core network architecture for large organizations
· Good practical experience configuring, troubleshooting and optimizing routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware/software networking elements
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Good analytical skills and problem-solving attitude
· Routing and Protocol Expertise: Proficiency in dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, IS-IS) and traffic engineering techniques, with a strong foundation in IPv4/IPv6 networking. MPLS, IPv6, Segment Routing, QoS
· SD-WAN and Network Virtualization: Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and optimizing SD-WAN solutions for modern enterprise environments. Software Defined (SDx) (e.g. SDN, SD-WAN, SDDC, SASE) Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)
· Troubleshooting and Automation: Advanced troubleshooting skills combined with knowledge of network automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) for efficient configuration and monitoring
· Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
· Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT
· Cisco or other network manufacturer certifications are welcome

· Network Design & Implementation – Plan, configure, and deploy routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, IS-IS)
· LA/WAN Optimization – Optimize routing tables and traffic flow for performance and redundancy
· Troubleshooting & Support – Diagnose and resolve routing issues, including latency, congestion, and failures
· Security & Compliance – Implement route filtering, prefix lists, and security policies to prevent unauthorized access
· Capacity Planning – Monitor network usage and plan for scalability and growth
· Documentation & Reporting – Maintain network diagrams, change logs, and incident reports
· Collaboration – Work with other teams (e.g., security, data centre, cloud) to ensure seamless connectivity
· Software & Firmware Management – Upgrade and patch routers to maintain security and stability
· Testing & Lab Work – Conduct network simulations and testing before deploying changes
· On-Call Support – Be available on a rotating basis for after-hours network incidents and escalations
· Enterprise Security Operations Center Rotation – Take assigned shifts in the ESOC to monitor and manage network operations in real-time