We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Specialist with a strong technical background in network infrastructure and a passion for ensuring the reliability and security of our network services. As a Network Specialist, you will play a crucial role in implementing and managing our network systems to support our organization's goals and operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to our company's success by maintaining a robust and efficient network environment.

Senior IT Network Specialist

Basel-Stadt

Your responsibilities

• Develop and implement network strategies aligned with business and IT infrastructure goals.
• Manage the network operations budget and vendor contracts efficiently.
• Handle network tasks, including configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting (Cisco/Fortinet).
• Co-lead the network area, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure high availability and security of network services using best practices.
• Oversee complex network projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery, e.g. the globalization and harmonization of the network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT and other teams to support operational objectives.
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans for network continuity.
• Implement and maintain monitoring tools to optimize network performance and address issues.
• Perform capacity planning to meet current and future network demands.
• Document network configurations, processes and changes for team transparency and continuity.

Your profile

• 10+ years of experience in network operations, design and network security.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and operating mid/large-scale networks, including experience with virtual firewalls, cloud, and WLAN technologies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing both internal teams and external vendors.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate contracts effectively.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies, with a preference for those experienced in Agile and Scrum.
• CCNA/CCNP or other Cloud certification preferable.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English and German.

Interview Process

Who we are and what we offer

MCH Group, with its head office in Basel, Switzerland, is an internationally active experience marketing company. We organise around 90 of our own exhibitions and guest exhibitions in Switzerland and abroad, including Art Basel, Swissbau and Giardina. Parts of our group are active in Dubai, Hong Kong, North America and Paris.

Our 800 or so colleagues appreciate the great flexibility in terms of working hours, home office and on-site presence. We also offer good social benefits & more.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about MCH Group, please contact Julie , Talent Acquisition Manager, at julie.mackerer @mch-group.com . (Please send us your application only via our application portal. Applications by e-mail and from intermediaries etc. will not be considered).

We look forward to getting to know you!