Are you passionate about modern network infrastructure and eager to make a significant impact in a leading company? Stark Group is seeking a talented Network Specialist to join our dynamic IT team. If you have expertise in network architecture, security, and hybrid cloud environments—and enjoy collaborating with external partners—we want to hear from you!
As a Network Specialist at Stark Group IT, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network solutions across our organization. You will work closely with IT teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure our network infrastructure is scalable, secure, and future-proof. You will also play a key role in supporting the integration of new acquisitions and the continuous modernization of our IT landscape.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize network solutions (LAN, WAN, VPN, SD-WAN, etc.) to support business units across the group.
Ensure high availability, reliability, and security of network infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical network solutions.
Integrate network systems with cloud platforms (Azure, IaaS) and support hybrid setups.
Document network architectures, configurations, and processes.
Continuously analyse, and improve network performance and security in collaboration with our vendors & partners
Support the transition and integration of network infrastructure during mergers and acquisitions.
Participate in the development and enforcement of zero trust security principles.
Working with External Partners
At STARK Group IT, we collaborate with specialized external partners to deliver a range of network services including implementation, operation, support, and continuous optimization.
As a Network Specialist, you will serve as the key link between STARK Group IT and these partners, ensuring clear communication of requirements, expectations, and timelines.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Coordinating and overseeing partner activities to ensure alignment with STARK Group’s standards, architecture, and business objectives.
Translating business and technical needs into clear, actionable tasks for external partners.
Ensuring thorough documentation, structured handovers, and effective knowledge transfer from partners to internal teams.
Evaluating partner performance and providing feedback to strengthen collaboration and drive continuous improvement.
What you bring
In this role, success means ensuring STARK’s network is secure, stable, and supports business growth across countries and platforms. You translate complex needs into reliable technical solutions and collaborate closely with partners and colleagues to make it happen and therefore, you likely bring:
Experience designing and operating enterprise network solutions.
Strong knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, and SD-WAN (Meraki and Fortinet preferred).
Familiarity with Azure networking, hybrid cloud, and Zero Trust principles.
A structured approach to working with external partners and vendors.
(Experience with network integration in M&A contexts is an advantage.)
What We Offer
You’ll step into a key role where your work directly supports STARK Group’s growth and operational stability across markets. We are a dynamic IT organization, with plenty of opportunities to develop both professionally and personally while working alongside skilled and supportive colleagues.
You’ll be part of STARK Group IT’s infrastructure & workplace services team, a group of 9 dedicated specialists ensuring our infrastructure runs smoothly across countries and business units. The team collaborates closely with colleagues in working with workplace, cybersecurity, IAM, cloud, and external partners to deliver reliable and secure network services.
We provide excellent employment conditions and a flexible work environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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