afarax is looking for a freelance IT Operations Infrastructure Architect. We need you!The project:Our client in the utilities sector, is seeking an experienced IT Operations Infrastructure Architect to strengthen their team.Service description:Design, implementation and operation services for following technologies:L3 IP Networks, Multi-VRF, VRF-Lite, IP/MPLSSwitching: campus design multi-VLANCyber security technologies: Firewall, DMZ, authentication, IPSIP Sec VPN, DMVPN, FLEXVPNWireless: central switching with light-weight access pointsDefinition and introduction of new network architectures and technologies:Definition of optimal and state of the art architecture meeting constraints of capacity, reliability, redundancy and priceDefinition and execution of test plansManagement of vendors to implement optimal architectureCoaching of staff during introduction of new technologies through technical workshops, procedures, …Technical Management of existing networks and technologies;Definition of technical rules and procedures to standardize and optimize daily management (remote configuration, inventory, backup, alarming, NMS, …)Offering technical support to the team for daily management tasks and network extensionsAnalysis of complex fault situations and definition of measures to avoid them in the future; these tasks may require strong cooperation with other teamsManagement of vendors during network extensions and during solving complex fault situations in order to guarantee to a maximum the reliability of the client’s networksIs this you?Should hold a bachelor’s or master degree in electronics, ICT or telecommunications, or have equivalent technical experience in this field,Must have an all-round and in-depth conceptual, theoretical, practical and operational knowledge of IP Networks and their management in multi-site environments and data centres:L3 IP Networks, Multi-VRF, VRF-Lite, IP/MPLSSwitching: campus design multi-VLANCyber security technologies: Firewall, DMZ, authentication, IPSIP Sec VPN, DMVPN, FLEXVPNWireless: central switching with light-weight access pointsMust have already a few years of experience as Senior IP Network Engineer,Must be willing to continuously refine and broaden his technical knowledge of IP networks and their management,Knowledge of Nokia routers (SR-OS) is an assetNeeds to be able to work independently and methodically, have a sense of responsibility and can assess risks accurately,Needs to be customer-oriented and cope well with stress,Needs to be flexible and approachable (tasks may be suddenly interrupted by urgent operational issues),Must have good communication skills for interacting with other colleagues, departments, suppliers, service providers, …You are able to speak, read and write Dutch, French and English.You have a driving license BHow afarax supports you?You benefit from our extensive networkYou will have access to projects that fit your expertiseWe help and support you throughout your projectWe offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnershipCheck out more projects on: