Global Network SME, London

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Global Network SME

Contract Details:

1. Duration: Six-month initial contract
2. Location: Hybrid – two days per week in the office in London
3. Start Date: ASAP

An IT Network Design Consultant is required to create, design, implement, and optimise network infrastructures to meet an organization’s requirements. This role will support a leading media organisation as it separates from its existing network and establishes a new global WAN, leveraging Palo Alto Prisma or an alternative solution. The project will be delivered in two phases: the first focused on planning and documentation, and the second on implementation. This initial presale activity will ensure the organization is fully prepared to execute the network transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct a comprehensive network assessment and gap analysis to identify areas for improvement
2. Develop high-level and low-level network designs, including architecture, security measures, and scalability plans
3. Create implementation and migration roadmaps ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption
4. Design and document security policies, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies
5. Establish a network monitoring and management strategy to optimize performance
6. Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal IT teams
7. Ensure compliance with industry standards such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
8. Oversee project timelines, milestones, and resource planning

Key Skills & Experience:

1. Proven experience in network architecture, design, and implementation
2. Strong knowledge of global WAN technologies, including SD-WAN solutions like Palo Alto Prisma
3. Expertise in network security design, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and access control
4. Experience in large-scale network migrations and transformations
5. Ability to produce detailed technical documentation for design, implementation, and operations
6. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

This is a great opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile network transformation project.

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