IT Supplier Management Specialist (DT0000000082)

Our Opportunity

Reporting to the regional head of Networks, the Senior Network engineer will play a key role

within our experienced EMEA network team. Supporting our current and future business connectivity requirements, working with our network service providers and multiple cross functional internal teams including Network Security ,Cloud teams and Advanced OPs to develop and manage scalable, secure and resilient connectivity infrastructure. We are looking for some one with a passion for automation, enjoys problem solving with diverse teams and with a customer first mindset.

Your role

As a Senior Network Engineer your main responsibilities will involve

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and design specifications for both traditional network and multi-cloud connectivity solution for both business and network projects.
• Reviewing internal and external supplier proposals and quotations and performing the technical validation of supplier solutions to ensure that they are in line with company technology standards
• Actively seek opportunities for functional and process improvement via automation and adoption of cloud native connectivity solutions.
• Investigate and support troubleshooting efforts on internal and Cloud network technical issues.
• Support governance and improvements in capacity, demand, release and lifecycle, change and incident management activity from Network perspective
• Provide guidance and recommendations on cloud and automation solution to the Network team.
• Document network environments, develop and deploy network policy documents
  
  

Skills

Your Skills and Experience

As a Senior Network Engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering role
• Excellent understanding of TCP/IP networking, IP routing and core technologies such as TCP/IP, OSPFBGP, MPLS, ACLs, IPSEC, DNS, etc.
• Knowledge in WAN/LAN Network Architecture and Operations including (Firewalls, Routers, Switches).
• Working knowledge mutli-cloud network(AWS and Azure ideally ) and connectivity deployments, including TransitGW and VirtualWan , native firewall and Security groups technologies.
• Scripting and API utilisation experience ( preferably python, XSOAR , ServiceNow)
• You use your skills to develop and implement enterprise-grade network infrastructure that is efficient, scalable, resilient and secure in its design.
• Experience of apps to cloud migrations and support of a hybrid environment of on-prem and Cloud infrastructure
• Experience in complex troubleshooting connectivity issues in both cloud and traditional network environments
• You have experience working within a geographically distributed IT team spread across multiple time zones
• You can work on your own initiative while also providing guidance and technical leadership in a group setting
  
  

Additional Information

As well as a competitive salary and a yearly bonus we offer benefits package which includes:

• Option to work remotely within Spain even up to 100% - you choose
• Over 300 euros net to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance
• Flexible working hours
• Wide range of internal and external trainings
• Free English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs
• Ticket restaurant
• Life Insurance
• Collective Life Retirement Plan - after 1 year in the company
• Referral bonus if you bring other talented people like you
• Special banking and insurance conditions
• Exclusive Employees discounts
  
  

Primary work location is Barcelona, Poblenou. Please apply with your CV in English by clicking on the button “Apply online”.

Who We Are

Looking for a challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a difference? At Zurich millions of individuals and businesses place their trust in our products and services every day. Our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, enabling, businesses and communities to face a world of risk with confidence. Imagine if you could help people do this all over the world. You’d give them confidence and reassurance by protecting what they love most. It’s a big challenge, but you will be supported by a world-class team who believe in helping you to reach your full potential and deliver on our promises.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.

So be challenged. Be inspired. Help us make a difference.

You are the heart & soul of Zurich!

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step.

Let’s continue to grow together!

• Location(s): ES - Barcelona
• Remote working: Yes
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Alvaro Gallego Zazo