Senior Network Specialist | Security & Hybrid Cloud
Experis AB · Göteborg · 6 månader eller längre · Deadline 2026-12-03
Experis is seeking a **Senior Network Specialist** for a long-term consulting assignment based in Gothenburg. The position focuses on strengthening, designing, operating, and modernizing enterprise network services supporting multi-location operations. Core duties encompass managing LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and WLAN environments, configuring routing and switching, maintaining firewall platforms, and administering VPN solutions. Responsibilities also span supporting hybrid connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud platforms, network hardening, performance monitoring, troubleshooting incidents, and participating in **on-call activities** to handle critical operational events when required. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, network engineering, telecommunications, or equivalent experience, alongside at least 3–5 years in network or infrastructure engineering. Requirements include proven experience managing enterprise networks, practical expertise with technologies such as Cisco, Fortinet, or Huawei, strong routing and switching skills, and hands-on familiarity with firewalls and hybrid cloud connectivity. Professional proficiency in **English is required**. Certifications like CCNA, CCNP, or Fortinet NSE are meritorious, as is experience with network automation tools such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform, ITIL processes, automotive or manufacturing sectors, and Mandarin Chinese language skills.
Are you an experienced network professional who thrives in complex enterprise environments where security, reliability, and modern connectivity are business critical? Do you enjoy combining hands-on engineering with network modernization, cloud connectivity, and infrastructure improvement initiatives? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Experis is currently looking for a Senior Network Specialist to join a long-term consulting assignment in Gothenburg. In this role, you will play a key part in strengthening and modernizing enterprise network services that support business operations across multiple locations.
About the Role
As a Senior Network Specialist, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, operation, security, and continuous improvement of enterprise network services. You will work across both daily operational activities and strategic infrastructure initiatives, ensuring that the network environment remains secure, scalable, and highly available. The role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders, Security teams, service providers, telecommunications partners, and infrastructure vendors. You will contribute to critical network projects while supporting business-critical connectivity and reducing operational risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure
- Manage LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, WLAN, internet connectivity, and remote access services
- Configure and support routing, switching, segmentation, and connectivity solutions
- Administer and maintain enterprise firewall platforms and network security controls
- Design and support Site-to-Site VPN, Remote Access VPN, IPSec, and SSL VPN solutions
- Monitor network performance, capacity, utilization, and availability
- Troubleshoot network incidents and conduct root cause analysis
- Support vulnerability remediation, patching, and network hardening initiatives
- Collaborate with Security teams to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards
- Support connectivity between on-premises infrastructure and cloud platforms
- Participate in infrastructure lifecycle management, upgrades, and modernization projects
- Develop and maintain network documentation, standards, and topology diagrams
- Coordinate with telecommunications providers, managed service partners, and vendors
- Support migration projects, office expansions, and infrastructure transformations
- Contribute to automation and operational efficiency improvements
- Participate in on-call activities and support critical operational incidents when required
We Are Looking For Someone Who Has
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent experience
- At least 3-5 years of experience within Network Engineering, Network Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, or a similar role
- Proven experience managing enterprise network environments
- Strong experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Huawei, or similar networking technologies
- Extensive knowledge of routing and switching technologies
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and related protocols
- Experience with LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, WLAN, internet edge, and remote access networks
- Hands-on experience with firewall administration and network security solutions
- Experience with VPN technologies including IPSec, SSL VPN, Site-to-Site VPN, and Remote Access VPN
- Knowledge of network segmentation, access control, and Zero Trust principles
- Experience supporting hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud-based environments
- Professional proficiency in English
Technical Competencies
- TCP/IP
- BGP
- OSPF
- VLAN
- STP
- DNS
- DHCP
- NAT
- Cisco Technologies
- Fortinet Security Solutions
- Network Security
- VPN Technologies
- SD-WAN
- Hybrid Cloud Connectivity
- High Availability Architectures
- Enterprise Networking
Meritorious Experience
- CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent certifications
- Network automation using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools
- Monitoring, observability, and network performance management platforms
- ITIL-based service management processes
- Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity planning
- Experience from automotive, R&D, manufacturing, or other complex enterprise environments
- Experience communicating technical risks and recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders
- Mandarin Chinese language skills
To Succeed in This Role, We Believe You Are
- Analytical and solution-oriented
- Proactive and self-driven
- Structured and quality-focused
- Comfortable taking ownership and driving initiatives independently
- A strong collaborator with excellent communication skills
- Passionate about secure, scalable, and modern network environments
- Motivated by continuous improvement and operational excellence
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