Arbeitgeber: Rheinmetall AG

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

* Architect, design and engineer secure Data Center Network solutions supporting business-critical applications and hybrid infrastructure environments
* Ownership over technical lifecycle, operational excellence and continuous improvement of assigned Data Center Network service offerings
* Establish and govern network design standards segmentation architectures and connectivity patterns for modern Data Center environments based on Cisco Nexus, NDFC and VXLAN technologies
* Design, implement and optimize Data Center fabric architectures, routing and switching infrastructures to ensure high availability, performance and scalability
* Align Data Center Network and Security architectures with Zero Trust principles, enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements
* Proactively analyze, optimize and forecast service performance, capacity requirements and technology lifecycle needs across assigned services
* Lead advanced troubleshooting activities and perform root cause analysis for complex infrastructure, security and application connectivity challenges
* Drive automation, standardization and technical debt reduction initiatives to improve operational efficiency and service reliability

This position can be filled in Düsseldorf, Berlin, Bremen, Kiel, Kassel or Unterlüß.

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related technical discipline
* Multiple years' experience in enterprise networking, with deep expertise in Data Center Networking and Network Security environments
* Experience designing, implementing and operating Cisco Nexus-based Data Center infrastructures, including NDFC and VXLAN fabric architectures
* Strong practical experience with enterprise firewall platforms, preferably Check Point, including security policy management and network segmentation technologies
* Advanced knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VRF, VLAN and high-availability networking concepts
* Hands-on experience operating and optimizing F5 load balancing solutions, application delivery services and traffic management technologies
* Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, network security architectures micro-segmentation and enterprise security controls
* Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Data Center, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, or equivalent certifications are highly valued

At our locations, we offer:

* Employee profit-sharing
* Attractive compensation
* Flexible working models and mobile working
* Company pension scheme
* Fitness and health programs
* Bike leasing
* Corporate benefits platform
* "Deutschland-Ticket" as a subsidized transit pass
* Diverse individual opportunities for internal and external professional development, including via the Rheinmetall Academy and an e-learning platform
* Professional onboarding process supported by a digital onboarding tool