EU Network Architect & SME for DoD/Zero Trust

Computer World Services; Deutschland; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services is hiring a Senior Network Engineer to lead networking operations for military hospitals in the European Union. This role involves providing technical authority, architecture guidance, and advanced support for LAN/WLAN/WAN services.

The ideal candidate will manage complex network issues, ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements, and will require a Bachelor's degree along with specific certifications.

The salary range is $125,000 - $165,000 annually, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have active Secret clearance.
• CISSP certification is required.
• Experience with DoD Health Care Information Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary SME for LAN/WLAN/WAN operations.
• Lead resolution of complex network issues across all OSI layers.
• Provide advanced configuration, installation, and troubleshooting support.

Skills

Mastery level in routed, switched LAN environments

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

Network tools (SolarWinds, Ansible, ARMIS)

Enterprise LAN/WAN environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years relevant experience or 10 years equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft OS

Windows Active Directory

UNIX and OpenVMS

Job description

Computer World Service, Corp. (CWS) is seeking a highly qualified Subject Matter Expert (SME) to perform as the Senior Network Engineer to provide network (i.e. local, wireless, and wide area network) sustainment and deployment support services to military hospitals and clinics located throughout the European Union. Acts as the lead technical authority for European Union network operations, providing enterprise-level engineering, escalation support, and architectural guidance for DHA network infrastructure.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Serve as primary European Union and global SME for LAN/WLAN/WAN operations
• Lead resolution of complex network issues across all OSI layers
• Provide advanced configuration, installation, and troubleshooting support
• Guide network design, implementation, and modernization initiatives
• Interface with Government, CSPs, GSPs, and external stakeholders
• Develop standards, policies, and technical procedures
• Perform performance analysis and proactive network optimization
• Ensure compliance with DoD/DHA security and architecture requirements
• Support firewall, VPN, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust implementations
• Mentor and lead network engineering staff

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years relevant experience or 10 years equivalent experience

• Possess a mastery level of experience in routed, switched and shared LAN environments that operate such items as current supported versions of Microsoft OS, Windows Active Directory, UNIX and OpenVMS and employ routers, switches, and terminal servers as well as various local and long-haul WAN connectivity. Extensive experience with:
  • Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
  • Network tools (SolarWinds, Ansible, ARMIS)
  • Enterprise LAN/WAN environments
• Experience with deployed DoD Systems
  • Experience with DoD Health Care Information Systems is preferred

Certifications

• IAM Level III (DoD 8570/8140 compliant) – An active CISSP certification is required
• CCNP certification or ability and willingness to obtain this certification

Security Clearance

• Candidates must have active Secret clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

Work Environment: Work must be performed in Department of DefenseGovernment facilities, ideally within Landstuhl, Germany.

Hybrid: Some hybrid work may be approved by the government customer.

Travel: Must reside within commuting distance to a Department of Defense (DoD) hospital.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].