Global Network and Communications Administrator

• Designing and implementing network, security, voice, and cloud networking infrastructure (e.g., Azure Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways) to meet business requirements and align with defined Global IT standards.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting network, security, voice, and Aruba Wireless and Aruba Central issues using standard tools and processes.
• Communicating with vendors for service changes, hardware/software orders, and coordinating related activities.
• Maintaining published documentation for technical procedures, policies, and standard processes related to network, cloud networking, and Aruba Wireless and Aruba Central infrastructure.
• Implementing and monitoring security solutions, standards, and policies in accordance with IKO’s Information Security Framework.
• Assisting in investigations of possible security breaches as part of the incident management team.
• Supporting network/security/voice/cloud networking/Aruba Wireless and Aruba Central group representation in audits.
• Supporting the development of Business Continuity Plans (BCP) for network and cloud networking infrastructure.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Global Network and Communications.

• 7-10 years’ experience designing and managing large enterprise networks, datacenter systems, and systems architecture.
• 3-5 years’ experience with Azure Cloud in a hybrid setup, including designing cloud networking solutions.
• Expert in switching and routing, particularly BGP/OSPF, with hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Ability to assess datacenter and cloud networking trends to develop and implement hardware and software standards.
• Collaborative team player who can lead technical discussions in departmental meetings and influence outcomes.
• Upholds ‘best practice’ standards and drives innovation in network and cloud networking solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of French or the ability to develop French is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Additional Key Skills:

• Palo Alto Firewalls
• Office 365/Azure AD/Azure
• Designing cloud networking (e.g., Azure Virtual Networks, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute)
• HP Networking (Aruba) switches and access points
• Knowledge of routing protocols (BGP/RIP/OSPF/etc.)
• SD-WAN Technology
• A10/F5 Load Balancers
• ProofPoint Mail Filter
• Aruba Wireless and Aruba Central
• Citrix Netscaler, Citrix XenMobile MDM
• Network Tools (NMap/Wireshark/SSH/SCP/Telnet/FTP/etc.)
• Understanding of key Microsoft network protocols (SMB/CIFS/MAPI/ActiveSync/SQL)
• VMware fundamentals
• Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL;

• Travel estimated at 10% to support global locations in EU and north America (Incumbent must be ready to travel)
• Valid EU Driver’s License is a must