Job
- Level
- Senior
- Job Field
- IT, Network, Security
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent employment
- Location
- Kassel, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Kiel, Südheide, Bremen
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
Job Summary
In this role, you will design and develop highly available network architectures for data centers and WAN/LAN environments, implementing network security standards in line with zero-trust principles.
Job Technologies
Your role in the team
- We are looking for a Principal / Senior Network Architect (m/f/d) to lead, design, develop, and further develop our global corporate network infrastructure, with a focus on data center technologies, routing and switching, as well as network security.
- Design and planning of a high-performance, highly available network infrastructure for data centers, cloud connectivity, and enterprise WAN / LAN environments.
- Technical leadership of network design initiatives with a focus on routing, switching, and network segmentation.
- Definition and enforcement of network security architectures and standards, including firewalls, segmentation, and Zero Trust principles.
- Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Cisco networks (m/f/d) (Nexus, Catalyst, ISR / ASR, ACI), Check Point firewalls, load balancers, and proxy environments.
- Collaboration with cybersecurity teams to implement Secure-by-Design architectures and ensure compliance with legal and policy-related requirements.
- Driving capacity planning, performance optimization, and network infrastructure enhancement in hybrid environments (on-premises and in the cloud).
- Leadership of initiatives to modernize the network, including SON, automation, and Network-as-Code.
- Creation of comprehensive documentation for architecture, design decisions, and implementation procedures.
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Our expectations of you
Education
- Completed degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a comparable qualification.
Qualifications
- Existing CCIE certification (preferably Routing & Switching or Enterprise Infrastructure).
- Additional relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, Check Point CCSA / CCSE, Palo Alto) as well as knowledge of SINA encryption technologies and the requirements of the BSI are advantageous.
- Proven expertise in Cisco technologies: Nexus (5K / 7K / 9K), Catalyst, ISR / ASR, ACI, SD-WAN, and DNA Center.
- In-depth knowledge in the areas of network security architecture, VPN, segmentation, access control, and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO / IEC 27001, NIST).
- Excellent German and English skills in spoken and written form.
- Ability to navigate in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment as well as excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Experience
- Relevant, multi-year experience in the design and management of corporate network infrastructures as well as in data center network design (Fabric architecture) and connectivity to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Comprehensive experience with Check Point firewall solutions, including centralized management and threat prevention.
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Rheinmetall AG
We are the driving force behind the automotive and defense industries. Through our innovative strength and technological expertise, we lead both sectors. We are now systematically building on our strength to achieve our goal.
Description
- Company Type
- Established Company
- Working Model
- Full Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Industry
- Vehicle Manufacturing, Supplier, Industry, Production
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Senior Expert Network & Security Architecture
- Location
- Kassel, Berlin, Dusseldorf, Kiel, Südheide, Bremen
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Diversity
- Open for all genders
