LAN/WAN Network Engineer

Connect44
Bern, Switzerland
23 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German

Job location

Remote
Bern, Switzerland

Tech stack

Configuration Management
Complex Networks
Computer Networks
Databases
Internetworking
IP Address Management
Network Security
Network Architecture
Routing
Network Service
Performance Tuning
Wide Area Networks
Juniper
Information Technology
Patch Management
Fortinet
Cisco networks

Job description

We are looking for a determined and team-oriented person to join our team as a LAN/WAN Network Engineer (m/f/d), We are seeking experienced LAN/WAN Network Engineers to support the design, implementation, and operation of complex network infrastructures in a highly secure environment., * Design and implementation of LAN/WAN network architectures

  • Preparation of high-level and detailed designs, test and integration concepts
  • Building and execution of Proof of Concepts (PoC) in lab and integration environments
  • Execution of FAT/SAT testing (Factory and Site Acceptance Tests)
  • Evaluation and homologation of suitable network components
  • Release and patch management across test, integration, and production environments
  • Ensuring availability and performance optimization of IT network services
  • Analysis, documentation, and resolution of incidents, events, and problems
  • Leading task forces and working groups for problem resolution and service improvements
  • Creation and maintenance of technical documentation, operating manuals, and specifications
  • Administration of documentation systems such as IPAM (IP Address Management) and RMDB (Resource Management Database)
  • Preparation, submission, and implementation of approved Change Requests
  • Monitoring and configuration management of assigned IT network services
  • Support of on-site installation and commissioning (performed by a third party)
  • Execution of operational network service tasks to maintain system readiness
  • Working during maintenance windows and participating in on-call (standby) duty, * Language: German level B2 (minimum)
  • Security clearance: according to PSPV (https://www.fedlex.admin.ch/eli/cc/2011/155/de)
  • Valid Swiss work permit and residence (mandatory)
  • References: Minimum of 2 professional references (not older than 5 years)

What We Offer

  • Participation in a large-scale, security-relevant national infrastructure project
  • Work with highly skilled engineering and architecture teams
  • Stable, long-term assignment (12 months, renewable)
  • Opportunity to contribute to the backbone and campus LAN evolution of national networks

Requirements

Do you have experience in WAN?, This project operates within the Swiss Federal Administration, contributing to mission-critical defense and communication networks. It therefore requires exceptional technical expertise, discretion, and reliability., * Several years of professional experience as a LAN/WAN Network Engineer in enterprise or governmental environments

  • Strong knowledge of routing, switching, network security, and monitoring

  • Experience in multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, etc.)

  • Solid understanding of ITIL processes, change management, and incident management

  • Analytical, structured, and proactive working style

  • High sense of responsibility and strong teamwork skills

  • Willingness to work in a classified and security-sensitive environment, * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP): Routing & Switching, Security, Service Provider, or Wireless or

  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) in one of the above areas or

  • Equivalent certification and demonstrable experience

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