Network Architect (m/f/d)

The role of a Network Architect is responsible for the architectural and solution design of the production network environments which includes the Data Center & Computer Room, Azure Cloud, Network Security, Site LAN & WiFi and SD-WAN solutions. The candidate will work closely with a mixture of internal and external resources including a managed service partners who provide operational and implementation support. The successful candidate will have experience in large scale network environments and delivering technologies and solutions that are secure and scalable. This is a technical position requiring both strong technical knowledge and a demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of the organization. 

Responsibilities:

• Design solutions in Data Centers, Sites & Campuses, Security Perimeters, and WAN
• Design and optimize network infrastructure to support Munich Re’s operations and projects that are highly available, secure and meet regulatory compliance
• Design micro-segmentation solutions to meet the security requirements
• Work within a team or internal and external resources to lead the network deployment in numerous network mergers and acquisition onboarding projects
• Design solutions in a manner that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as DORA, BAFIN and VAIT
• Work with Technical Project Managers to understand project priorities and help sequence network engineering components accordingly 

Experience criteria:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in IT Network Architecture and Technical Design & Engineering positions
• Proven technical proficiency in the fields of LAN, Firewalls, Data Center, WiFi and WAN design, management and standardization
• Experience working as part of a global team with internal and external members
• Extensive experience in designing, implementing and troubleshooting LAN solutions in Data Centers as well as in Site LAN/WiFi environments using Aruba switching platforms and Gateways.
• Experience in designing network security solutions like Fortinet firewalls and zScaler
• History of working in both an insource IT model with a blend of Managed Service Delivery

Competencies:

• Dealing with ambiguity
• Strong communication skills
• Strong Technical competencies around network routing, switching security, and data center technologies
• Technical understanding about Firewall technologies, DMZ environments and Wi-Fi
• Understanding of Mergers & Acquisitions and the technical aspects of integrating an organization 

Position: Network Architect

Location: Germany or United Kingdom (fluent English required) (Willingness to travel)

Start: 01.08.2025

End: 31.01.2027 + Option