Network&Security Architect

Kyndryl; Lazio; In loco; EUR 90.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Kyndryl, con sede a Roma, cerca un Network & Security Architect con 10+ anni di esperienza per guidare progetti su reti complesse, sicurezza avanzata e governance. Ruolo ibrido con focus su architetture robuste e soluzioni multicloud.

Si richiede autonomia, leadership tecnica e capacità di collaborare con stakeholder e fornitori. Opportunità di crescita in una realtà globale con progetti all’avanguardia in reti e sicurezza.

Competenze

• 10+ anni di esperienza in networking e security in ambienti aziendali complessi.
• Proven experience come Network and Security Architect in grandi environi produttivi.
• Expertise su architetture ad alta disponibilità, design di reti sicure e governance operativa.
• Capacità di operare con elevata autonomia e responsabilità come Tech Leader.
• Esperienza gestione team cross‑funzionali e ingaggi con fornitori.
• Ottime capacità comunicative, tradurre concetti tecnici in linguaggio business.
• Mindset hands-on con visione architetturale.
• Esperienza con framework di sicurezza (NIST CSF, ISO27001, CIS Controls).
• Comprensione profonda di tecnologie di sicurezza (firewall, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection).
• Competenza in inglese tecnico per redigere documentazione.

Mansioni

• Progettare, validare e supervisionare l'implementazione di architetture di rete e sicurezza in ambienti ibridi e multi‑cloud.
• Garantire alta disponibilità, resilienza, scalabilità e conformità agli standard di sicurezza.
• Guidare iniziative di trasformazione di rete e sicurezza, inclusi modernizzazione ed ottimizzazione.
• Pervenire all’escalation per incidenti complessi, con analisi delle cause principali.
• Fornire leadership tecnica, collaborando con Architects, Partners e stakeholder.
• Guidare le attività di governance, allineate a standard architetturali e qualità del servizio.
• Promuovere miglioramenti di servizio ed efficienza operativa tramite automazione.
• Gestire l’intero ciclo di vita delle soluzioni: progettazione, integrazione, migrazione e rollout.
• Definire e governance di procedure operative e framework di controllo.
• Supportare go‑live, transizioni e fasi di migrazione.
• Analizzare metriche di performance e tendenze di crescita per capacity planning.

Conoscenze

Networking

Security

Architectural design

Technical leadership

Vendor management

Communication

Automation

Scripting (Python)

Formazione

CCNP / CCIE

Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP)

Strumenti

Cisco

Juniper

HPE

Check Point

Palo Alto

Infoblox

AWS

Azure

GCP

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Bash

Splunk

CheckMK

Gigamon

Ixia

Descrizione del lavoro

Descrizione dell’offerta di lavoro

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission‑critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.

La preghiamo di leggere attentamente la panoramica e i requisiti per questa opportunità di lavoro riportati di seguito.

We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI‑powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well‑being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Design, validate, and oversee the implementation of network and security architectures across on‑premises, hybrid, and multi‑cloud environments
• Ensure high availability, resilience, scalability, and compliance with security standards and best practices
• Drive network and security transformation initiatives, including modernization and optimization programs
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex incidents, providing expert‑level troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Provide technical leadership, collaborating with Architects, Consult Partners, Vendors, and Client stakeholders
• Lead governance activities, ensuring alignment with architectural standards, security policies, and service quality targets
• Drive continuous service improvement and operational efficiency through automation and optimization
• Oversee the full lifecycle of solutions: design, integration, migration, and roll‑out

Your Future at Kyndryl

At Kyndryl, we understand the importance of investing in our employees’ professional growth and development. In Network Services, you can expect to receive a lot of support for training programs to keep your skills and knowledge up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects and contribute to the development of innovative solutions for our customers – including new wireless and 5G/Edge technologies – not yet adopted by most companies.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Core Capabilities (Architecture & Delivery Oversight)

Definition and implementation of network and security configurations on infrastructure devices

Review of logs, configurations, and security policies to proactively prevent incidents and vulnerabilities

Support for lifecycle management activities, including software upgrades and patching of network/security components

Vulnerability assessment and identification of mitigation and remediation actions

Integration of network and security solutions with enterprise systems and cloud environments

Execution and supervision of fine‑tuning activities to ensure optimal infrastructure performance

Analysis of incidents and definition of corrective and preventive actions

Assessment of infrastructure evolution strategies and technology roadmap alignment

Ownership of technical documentation, including HLD, LLD, and operational runbooks

Evaluation of new features and technologies, including impact assessment on existing services and environments

Supervision of software installation, upgrades, and validation testing

Definition and governance of operational procedures and control frameworks

Support for go‑live, transition, and migration phases

Analysis of performance metrics and growth trends, enabling capacity planning and scalability strategies

Coordination and quality assurance of activities performed by network/security specialists across projects

Oversight of architecture design validation and migration activities delivered by internal teams and vendors

Definition of Disaster Recovery strategies and validation of DR test execution

Support for security validation activities, including penetration testing and compliance verification

Required Profile

• 10+ years of experience in networking and security within complex enterprise environments
• Proven experience as Network and Security Architect in large‑scale production environments
• Strong expertise in high availability architectures, secure network design, and operational governance
• Ability to operate with high autonomy, ownership, and accountability as Technical Leader
• Experience managing cross‑functional teams and vendor engagements
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics into business‑relevant language
• Hands‑on mindset combined with architectural vision
• Experience with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls
• Deep understanding of security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection
• English language proficiency at technical writing, ability to clearly communicate technical ideas to subject experts and non‑experts alike

Technical Skills

Networking: Cisco, Juniper, HPE

Security: Check Point, Palo Alto, Cisco Security

DDI: Infoblox

WiFi technology

Load Balancing: F5

Cloud Networking: AWS, Azure, GCP

Automation: Ansible, Terraform

Scripting: Python, Bash

Observability & Troubleshooting: Splunk, CheckMK, Gigamon, Ixia (or equivalent tools)

Certifications

• Cisco CCNP / CCIE (strongly preferred)
• Palo Alto / Check Point / Juniper / Fortinet / F5 certifications
• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP – networking/security focus)
• Security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP or equivalent)

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Experience in designing and developing large‑scale systems

Experience with system level testing and performance evaluation of network solutions and familiarity with related tools

Solution mind‑set: Ability to connect the dots to conceptualize a solution, value proposition and create blueprints

Experience in shell scripting and network automation platforms such as Ansible, AWX, Chef, Puppet, Terraform, or others

Familiarity with network security, Dev‑Ops, Dev‑Sec‑Ops, Dev‑Net‑Ops

Being You

We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring.

At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers.

What You Can Expect

We offer a dynamic, hybrid‑friendly culture that supports your well‑being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best. From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in‑demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting‑edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands‑on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success. We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that.

Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

Location: Roma, Italy

Type: Full time