Consultant

Job Role Overview:

· Consulting for managing, optimizing, and supporting enterprise network and data center infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security for over 10,000 users. This role involves hands-on implementation, monitoring, and troubleshooting of LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, Nexus switches, and Palo Alto firewall environments, along with coordination of server and OT infrastructure within the data center.

· Driving network infrastructure LAN, WLAN and data center operations including one time and runtime activities, performing Wi-Fi survey to make sure that the Wi-Fi coverage is good in the required zone, industrial network segmentation initiatives across IT/OT environments in a 24/7 manufacturing unit.

· Consulting for IT/OT Transformation programs across industries.​

· Technical definition and execution of end-to-end IIoT solutions & integrations according to business requirements and specifications.​

· Support technical leadership for RFP/RFQ proposals, including technical architecture definition and the execution of PoCs (proof of concepts)​

· Management of partners and vendors like to ensure correct delivery and execution​

· Involvement in cybersecurity convergence IT/OT as per IEC 62443, support OT SOC environment and investigate security incidents P1-P3

· Oversee lifecycle management (LCM), including firmware updates, device upgrades, and replacements of Access/Distribution/server distribution/ Core switches, access points, and wireless controllers

· Providing expertise and act as key player in IT/OT Infra environments, data center audits (ISO 27001, NIS2), network and security operations, and risk assessments.

· Optimize ITIL processes and ensuring robust network security frameworks.

· Conduct traffic analysis and manage firewall rules using Palo Alto, aligning with business needs and security objectives.

· Drive vulnerability management processes, including assessments, reporting, and patching to mitigate potential threats.

· Involve as a key player in OT security operations to investigate security incidents.

· Execute network and data center projects, including planning, design, implementation, racking, IP assignment, integration of servers and storage, and decommissioning of legacy equipment.

· Perform Ekahau site surveys to plan, validate, and optimize WLAN coverage for reliable enterprise wireless connectivity.

· Manage data center infrastructure, including UPS, cooling units, and generators, ensuring continuous uptime and adherence to SLAs.

· Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions to improve reliability.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth, reliable, and secure operations across all network and data center environments.

· Serve as IP Address Management (IPAM) associate for the Nordic region, managing IP allocation, documentation, and operational efficiency.

Certifications Required / Preferred:

• Cisco Certification
• Valid Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE in relevant tracks (e.g., Security, Enterprise, Data Center) are required.
• Palo Alto Networks Certification
• Demonstrated expertise in network security such as PCNSA, or PCNSE. Candidates should be proficient in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls and security platforms.
• Software Defined Networking (SDN) Certification
• Proven knowledge of SDN concepts and technologies, preferably certified through recognized programs such as Cisco DevNet, VMware NSX, or Certified SDN Associate.

Educational Qualification:

· Bachelor's in related domain required