Defense Solutions Consultant (Senior Network Engineer)

About the role

We are looking for a Defense Solutions Consultant who will act as a Senior Network Engineer, designing, implementing and optimizing complex telecommunications networks for enterprise and government clients. The role combines technical leadership with direct client interaction, requiring travel to project sites across Iraq.

Key responsibilities

• Design end-to-end network architectures and perform capacity planning.
• Conduct protocol analysis and evaluate vendor equipment.
• Configure and integrate Nokia, Ericsson and Cisco platforms.
• Lead a team of network engineers and mentor junior staff.
• Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs.
• Travel to project locations across Iraq for on-site implementation and support.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• CCNP or equivalent certification; senior-level expertise.
• Proven experience with at least two major equipment vendors.
• Ability to lead technical teams and work directly with clients.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Iraq.

Required skills

• IP/MPLS routing.
• Microwave backhaul.
• Mobile network architecture.
• Hands-on configuration of Nokia, Ericsson and Cisco equipment.
• Protocol analysis and capacity planning.
• Vendor equipment evaluation.
• DWDM optical network knowledge (highly desirable).