Network Lead

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PM Group is a leading international engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm. With a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US and a multi\-discipline team of over 4,000 people, we deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, food and beverages, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and environmental sectors.

We are seeking an experienced professional responsible for the end‑to‑end design, installation, management, optimisation, security, and maintenance of the organisation’s LAN/WAN network and Voice infrastructure. The role blends hands‑on technical expertise with service facilitation, integrating daily operations with strategic network planning.

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• WAN Oversight: Primary technical contact for MSPs; ensures SLAs, circuit performance, and manages change requests.


• LAN Management: Installation, configuration, and maintenance of switches, routers, cabling, and VLANs.


• Wireless Management: Overseeing WLAN controllers, APs, SSID configuration, wireless security, and signal optimization.


• Vendor Management: Manages RFPs, contracts, and technical reviews with carriers and providers.


• Performance Monitoring: Using tools to monitor traffic and ensure high uptime.


• Documentation: Creates and updates design documents and technical requirements.


• Escalation Point: Serve as the top\-tier escalation for Tier II helpdesk/system engineers for troubleshooting complex network issues and security alerts.


• Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure system stability, security, and performance.


• Administer and configure Cloudflare edge services, including WAF (Web Application Firewall), DDoS protection, and bot management, to protect web assets.


• Oversee domain management and DNS configuration.

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• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.


• Certifications: industry certifications such as CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), CCIE, or equivalent certifications in network security.


• Experience: 5\+ years of experience in network administration or management.

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of LAN/WLAN technologies, TCP/IP, Ethernet, and network protocols.


• Understanding of network fundamentals and cloud architecture.


• Staying Current: Maintain up\-to\-date knowledge of networking technologies, emerging features, updates, and best practices.


• Hands\-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or Aruba equipment.

Soft Skills:* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with technical and non\-technical staff.

• Strong analytical and problem\-solving abilities.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.


• Proactive attitude toward learning and adopting new technologies.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Characteristics:* Strategic Mindset: Ability to apply an enterprise\-wide perspective to ensure network capabilities actively enable organizational goals.

• Customer\-Oriented Approach: Commitment to delivering excellent end\-user support and improving user experience.


• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with frequent changes in technology and business needs.


• Innovative Thinking: Willingness to suggest new tools and approaches to improve productivity and security.

Working Environment:* Based in Ireland.

• This position offers a hybrid work environment, requiring onsite presence 2\-3 days per week.


• May require occasional travel and after\-hours or weekend work for critical updates or incident response.


• Participation in on\-call rotation and disaster recovery activities may be required.

Why PM Group?
As an employee\-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy.

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

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