Network Architect and Manager

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Network Architect / Manager

Sofia, Bulgaria

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.

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We're looking for an accomplished Network Architect and Manager to lead the design and optimization of our global network infrastructure. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring reliable, high-performance connectivity for all our services and offices, while also guiding a team of network engineers. Reporting to VP Global Infrastructure & Operations, you'll drive networking strategy and make sure our infrastructure meets the needs of a fast-growing, global organization.

What You'll Do

What You'll Bring

What We Offer

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the architecture, reliability, and security of our enterprise networks (cloud and on-premises), from initial design through deployment.
• Design and implement scalable network solutions, including LAN/WAN topologies and cloud VPCs, to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with security teams to apply robust network security measures (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection) protecting critical assets and data.
• Mentor and guide a team of network engineers, establishing best practices and fostering professional growth.
• Proactively monitor network performance and lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve issues quickly, minimizing downtime.
• Evaluate and integrate new networking technologies and tools to continuously improve network efficiency and capabilities.
  
  

Essential Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture roles, including leadership or managerial responsibilities.
• Expert knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, etc.) with hands-on experience designing large-scale enterprise networks.
• Proven experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including virtual networks, VPC peering, security groups, and hybrid connectivity.
• Strong understanding of network security best practices and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, IDS/IPS).
• Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (such as Wireshark, SNMP systems, or flow analysis) and the ability to perform deep network analysis.
• Experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (e.g. using Python scripts or Terraform/CloudFormation for network provisioning).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and explain network concepts to non-specialists.
• Design, implement, and manage robust edge-security solutions—including firewalls, VPNs, and network flow controls—to protect our perimeter and distributed systems.
  
  

Preferred (Not Essential)

• Juniper Networks Certification (e.g., JNCIASEC, JNCISSEC, JNCIPSEC, or JNCIESEC) in the Security track — strongly preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or cloud networking certifications (e.g. AWS Advanced Networking Specialty).
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) or network virtualization technologies.
  
  

If you're a strategic network leader who excels at designing robust systems and enjoys guiding teams through complex challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help build a world-class network backbone for our business!

As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results. PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and its Brandwatch and Falcon.io social media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud®, visit www.cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter.

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]

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