Lead Network Engineer

Permanent contract
Praha
A few days at home
Salary: Not specified
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Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your Day at NTT DATA

We are looking for an experienced Lead Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies. In this role, you will oversee complex enterprise network environments, ensure operational excellence, and act as a senior technical escalation point while driving continuous improvement and supporting managed service operations.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Ensure client network infrastructure is correctly installed, configured, monitored, and fully operational.
  • Lead advanced troubleshooting, manage high‑complexity incidents, and drive root‑cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, providing onsite technical support and escalating issues where necessary.
  • Drive operational improvements through incident reviews, process optimization, and identification of automation opportunities.
  • Manage and contribute to network‑related projects, including disaster recovery testing and knowledge‑sharing with junior team members.

To Thrive in This Role You Need to Have 

  • At least 6 years of hands‑on network engineering experience within medium to large ICT environments, including managed services and ITIL-based operations. Strong technical proficiency in Cisco (Nexus, ASR/ISR, Meraki, ISE/ACS), Fortinet Firewalls, Palo Alto Firewalls, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), NAT, VPN technologies, ISP uplinks, and common monitoring/management tools.
  • CCNP certification (minimum), with additional certifications in Cisco, Fortinet, or Palo Alto considered an advantage.
  • Ability to analyze complex issues, manage pressure, adapt to changing circumstances, and maintain a positive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across cultures, actively listen, collaborate, and deliver strong client-facing support.
  • Strong planning, project execution, and documentation abilities, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.



What we offer:

  • Education to the extent of agreement with the immediate supervisor
  • 5 weeks of vacation 
  • 3 Sick-days per Year
  • Compensation of salary for temporary incapacity to work beyond the statutory wage compensation in the amount of the fixed basic salary for temporary absence to 21 days per year
  • Notebook and mobile phone including data tariff according to company standards. 
  • Contribution to the pension insurance or Long term investment product in the amount of CZK 1 000 monthly
  • Monthly budget with regards to the predefined benefits packages (Premium health care / Benefits Cafeteria System / Multisport card)
  • Refreshment in the office (coffee, tea, water) for free

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services.  Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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