UNTIL 10 June, 2025

Job Details

Client: NATO

Location: Braine-L’Alleud, Belgium

Position Type: B2B Freelancer

On-Prem/Remote: On-Premises

Security Clearance: Mandatory

Minimum profile required

Skill, Knowledge & Experience

• Hands-on experience with the designing, implementing, and maintaining the core network architecture for large organizations.

• Practical experience configuring, troubleshooting and optimizing routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware/software networking elements.

• CCNA Routing and Switching or similar training/certification.

• At least 2 years practical experience with the designing, implementing, and maintaining the core network architecture for large organizations.

• Good practical experience configuring, troubleshooting and optimizing routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware/software networking elements.

• Knowledge and experience of the following domains:

  • Routing and Protocol Expertise: Proficiency in dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, IS-IS) and traffic engineering techniques, with a strong foundation in IPv4/IPv6 networking. MPLS, IPv6, Segment Routing, QoS.

  • SD-WAN and Network Virtualization: Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and optimizing SD-WAN solutions for modern enterprise environments. Software Defined (SDx) (e.g. SDN, SD-WAN, SDDC, SASE) Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)

  • Troubleshooting and Automation: Advanced troubleshooting skills combined with knowledge of network automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) for efficient configuration and monitoring.

  • Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements

  • Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.

  • Cisco or other network manufacturer certifications are welcome.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good analytical skills and problem-solving attitude.

Preference factors

Experience working in international or multicultural environments. Knowledge of NATO structure, policies, and procedures. Multiple language capabilities, particularly NATO official languages.

How to Apply

Please contact us with your resume and a brief introduction before 10 June, 2025.