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Network Architect

Job in 20122, Milan, Lombardia, Italy
Listing for: Vodafone
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-24
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Network Engineer, Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity, Network Security
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll doKey accountabilities and decision ownership :
Responsible for High Level and Low Level Design engineering and network design optimization

Drive increased quality of our network end to end Provide HLDs, LLDs, define templates, modularize, and industrialize configuration items and their implementation.

Deploy the network fit for purpose including understanding of how our services/applications layer will run across the network (capacity, capability, utilisation)
Implement Virtualisation and segregation concepts

Conduct proof of concept (POC) validation

Responsible for optimal implementation process that delivers ensured quality.

Decrease the design and implementation costs and to achieve a harmonized & simplified network infrastructure

Take control over CAPEX budget; forecast, planning, allocation, approval process, administration

Deployment of the validated solution to its operational environment and deliver training

Planning of Changes and support of Change Management Process Supervision of external supporters and 3rd parties

Quality assurance in the design and implementation process

Support, Test & Accept/Audit  the deployed solution

Hand over the accepted solution to Operations and Maintenance Manage and control the different existing test environments

Define necessary test catalogues and test plans

Document test & QA activities

Drive knowledge transfer and technical skill development within Network Implementation team Responsible to ensure a network documentation

Support the state-of-the art network documentation for the implemented solution that is aligned with Cyber Security  architecture

Ensure the quality of the documentation

Support the data population and accuracy of the Asset- and Change Management - Databases Responsible to ensure network harmonisation and standardization across the Region / the local market

Harmonize Office LAN network environments and services

Drive network standards across Local markets

Drive + Support Network innovations as SDNCollaboration and Teamwork Alignment with other engineering, implementation, and operations teams in Vodafone Development of harmonized solutions within Regions and Cyber Security Share expertise with other network teams across Vodafone Who you areCore competencies, knowledge and experience :

Business skills:

Strong team player and appreciate working in a project organization considerable drive and interest in taking on new tasks and challenges thorough experience in collaboration with the Office IT, Data centre, service management and ITIL processes

In-depth knowledge in the following areas:

Detailed Knowledge in passive network infrastructure

Expert Knowledge in networks (TCP/IP, Protocols, Structures, Hardware, Security)
Expert Knowledge in the area of the installation and configuration of network components (Routers, Switches, VPN Gateways, Firewalls, Proxies and others)
Expert Knowledge in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF, VLAN, STP, HSRP), VOIP technology, WLAN technology, DHCP, DNS, ADExpert Knowledge in network management and network analysis. Ability to design and implement network segregation and segmentation solutions.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:
An academic degree and/or at least 5 years work experience in an IT organization supporting large heterogeneous IT infrastructures.

Experiences in project managementR&S CCNA or CCNP and Fortinet NSE 6 or FCSS SD-wan Certifications strongly recommended. Professional certifications are essential for advanced office LAN management. These certifications demonstrate specific skills in designing and maintaining secure, segmented, and reliable networks, with a focus on perimeter protection, traffic control, and network…
Position Requirements
5+ Years work experience
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