Solution Architect Security & WAN - Telecommunications

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join a leading European and African telecommunications provider offering mobile and fixed services to over 330 million customers across 15 countries, while partnering with mobile networks in 45 more. As the largest mobile and fixed network operator in Europe, the company operates the continent’s biggest and fastest-growing 5G network and is also a global leader in IoT connectivity. With a workforce of over 93,000 employees and contractors, the business also leads Africa’s fintech space, serving more than 76 million customers across eight countries and handling more transactions than any other provider in the region.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of tailored WAN and security solutions for multinational clients, incorporating technologies such as SD-WAN, SASE, and Network-as-a-Service (NaaS).
• Translate client business objectives into scalable, future-ready architecture proposals and ensure alignment with technical best practices.
• Support key account managers in high-value deals by delivering technical expertise and engaging with C-level decision-makers.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, positioning your team as a trusted advisor and long-term technology partner.
• Actively contribute to the development and continuous improvement of services through customer feedback and market analysis.
• Ensure a strong and sustainable opportunity pipeline focused on the Security & WAN portfolio.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and evolve your technical knowledge in areas such as Zero Trust, secure edge, and cloud networking.

Skills/Must have

• Minimum 5 years of experience in enterprise ICT solution sales or technical consulting, with a focus on complex networking and security projects.
• Expertise in WAN and network security technologies, including:
• SD-WAN, SASE, firewalls, network segmentation, ZTNA, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity models.
• Strong technical understanding of modern IT infrastructures and cloud architectures.
• Confident communication style with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders at senior levels.
• Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in German and English (C1 level or above).

Salary

• €94,740 - €120,000

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