UNTIL 25 June, 2026
Job Details
Client: NATO
Location: Wesel, Germany
Position Type: B2B Freelancer
On-Prem/Remote: On-Premises
Security Clearance: Mandatory
Minimum profile required
Skill, Knowledge & Experience:
· A minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 2 years post-related experience.
· Alternatively, exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 8 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post.
· At least 8 years' progressive experience in complex network engineering roles.
· Design, implementation and support scalable enterprise network infrastructures leveraging BGP, MPLS, IPv6, OSPF, IS-IS, IP multicast, Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN).
· Active CCNP (Enterprise, Service Provider) certification is required.
· Deep knowledge of BGP, including route reflectors, confederations, communities, path manipulation, and filtering (iBGP, eBGP, policy control).
· Proficient in QoS design, shaping, policing, and classification techniques for converged networks. Extensive experience in fine-tuning QoS policies to support mission-critical applications and voice services. Knowledge of QoS configuration and traffic classification models (CBWFQ, LLQ and WRED).
· Proven expertise in IPv6 implementation, troubleshooting and dual-stack environments with a strong focus on IPv6 adoption and transition strategies.
· Deep knowledge and experience with: policy-based routing, route aggregation and summarization, redistribution, VRF, MPLS traffic engineering.
· In-depth knowledge of multicast protocols (PIM sparse/dense mode, IGMP, MSDP, Anycast RP) and their use in real-world deployments. Configuration and troubleshooting of multicast protocols.
· Proficient in data center and switching technologies (STP, MSTP, RapidPVST, EtherChannel, LACP, Virtual Stack, StackWise, Cisco Nexus NX-OS, Spine-Leaf Architecture, VXLAN)
· Strong troubleshooting skills with tools like Wireshark, NetFlow and SNMP. Knowledge of network monitoring concepts.
· Hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies.
· Familiarity with DevNet, API integrations, and network programmability.
· Knowledge of network security best practices (ACLs, firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, AAA, Role Based Access Control, Public Key Infrastructure, security-hardening concepts).
· Proficient in network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform).
· A minimum of 2 years' experience with the configuration and operation of HP Network Automation or equivalent network automation and orchestration systems
· A minimum of 4 years' experience with the configuration and operation of Network Monitoring and Event Management systems ideally CA Spectrum,
· Proven experience in the use of an Incident Management System such as BMC Remedy
· A high level of knowledge of network, system and application- level troubleshooting techniques
· Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of command-and- control systems
· Extensive technical management expertise in C2 management
· Broad knowledge of C2 systems and software maintenance procedures
· Experience in Site and Systems Evaluation and Inspection
· Experience of preparing test plans, technical documentation and Standard Operating Procedures
· Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
· Autonomous, problem-solver and drives towards results
· Experience in configuration management practices and tools
· Knowledge of ITIL IT service management model
· Experience and applied knowledge of Service Transition
How to Apply
Please contact us with your resume and a brief introduction before 25 June, 2026