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About the role
Network planning
A network consultant designs and improves the way your systems connect, route traffic, and stay secure. Companies hire them for new office rollouts, network refreshes, cloud connectivity, migrations, and troubleshooting that needs a senior view.
- Assess current LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN setups
- Create target designs and migration paths
- Resolve bottlenecks, outages, and unstable links
- Document topology, IP plans, and operating standards
Core skills
Strong network consultants combine hands-on engineering with clear analysis. They understand routing and switching, segmentation, access control, resilience, and performance tuning. The best network engineer profiles also communicate well with infrastructure, security, and application teams.
- Cisco, Juniper, HPE Aruba, Fortinet, and similar stacks
- VLANs, routing protocols, firewalls, and remote access
- Monitoring, logging, packet analysis, and root-cause work
- Secure network design and change management
Typical deliverables
A freelance network specialist should leave behind practical work that your team can use immediately. That usually means clean diagrams, clear configuration guidance, tested changes, and a supportable design rather than vague recommendations.
- Network architecture and implementation plans
- Configuration reviews and optimization notes
- Cutover support and post-change validation
- Handover documents for internal IT or operations teams
When to bring one in
Companies often need a network consultant when internal teams are busy, a project needs outside experience, or a problem spans several vendors. In Germany, this is common in manufacturing, logistics, professional services, and multi-site enterprises that need reliable collaboration across locations.
A freelancer is a good fit for short, focused work, especially when you need a network architect for a redesign or a network specialist for a difficult incident. On-site workshops help during planning and cutovers, while much of the analysis and documentation can be done remotely.
What good looks like
The strongest consultants do more than configure devices. They ask the right questions, spot weak points early, and explain trade-offs in plain language. They think about security, supportability, and future growth, not only the immediate fix.
- Clear decision-making and clean documentation
- Practical designs that match your environment
- Careful testing before and after changes
- Calm communication during incidents and migrations
Working with your team
A freelance network consultant should fit into your existing process without slowing it down. Good professionals align with your change windows, ticketing, approval flow, and security rules. They can work with internal IT, external MSPs, and infrastructure vendors.
In Germany, many clients also expect strong English and, in some cases, German for workshops or handovers. That matters most when the project involves local sites, plant networks, or cross-functional teams.
Meet FRATCH Network Consultants
Jürgen Kasch
Management Consultant · Interim Manager, Cloud & IT Service Management (freelance)
Last position:
Interim Management / Business Succession – Process Analysis & Stakeholder Management
As part of the preparation and operational support of a business succession:
- Company analysis: Analysis of the overall economic, organizational and structural situation (current state, strengths/weaknesses, risk potentials)
- Process analysis: Recording and documentation of all relevant business processes (BPMN, UML) in the areas of management, finance, procurement, sales and operations
- Process optimization: Identification of weaknesses and inefficiencies, development and operational implementation of improvement measures
- Stakeholder management: Identification and analysis of all relevant internal and external stakeholders; structured communication and coordination with previous and future owners, shareholders and employees
- Change management: Supporting the workforce and management through the handover process; building acceptance and trust among all participants
- Governance & documentation: Creation and handover of structured operation manuals, process documentation and organizational handbook for the new business owner
- Risk & vulnerability analysis: Assessment of operational and strategic risks in the handover process and development of recommended actions
- Operational support: Interim takeover of leadership tasks; ensuring business continuity during the transition phase
Julian Wendel
IT Consultant
Last position:
Renewal of the active network infrastructure
As part of this project, the existing active network infrastructure was modernized and aligned for the future. The goal was to introduce a high-performance, secure, and scalable network and WLAN infrastructure, including a Network Access Control (NAC) solution to improve network security and central access control.
At the start of the project, a comprehensive requirements analysis was carried out, taking into account the technical, operational, and security-related needs of the clinic sites. Based on this, a technical tender was prepared for new switches, WLAN access points, and the NAC solution.
By successfully delivering the project, a modern, standardized, and secure network infrastructure was established that meets the growing demands for availability, mobility, and IT security in clinical operations.
Tasks:
- Support of the tender process, including technical evaluation of the offers and bidder assessment
- Lead and coordinate the entire project delivery
- Align the project process with internal stakeholders, business units, and the hospital IT team
- Manage external service providers during implementation and installation of the systems
- Monitor implementation, including quality control, project acceptance, and issue management
- Coordinate communication between hospital IT and external service providers during the NAC implementation
- Carry out escalation management for technical and organizational challenges
- Ongoing budget tracking as well as monitoring of project effort and additional costs
- Prepare decision papers on project changes, additional services, and risks for management
Viktor Kliewer
Network Security Consultant - Project Manager
Last position:
Security Operator at Pfeifer und Langen IT-Solutions GmbH
- Operational management of a hybrid Palo Alto Networks firewall infrastructure within an IoT environment
- Network zoning using VLANs
- Analysis, optimization, and hardening of the rule set
- Deployment of additional firewalls into the infrastructure
- IP address management
- Security operations of the IoT NDR solution from Nozomi Networks
- Security operations of the honeypot infrastructure from secXtreme
- Vendor management to ensure and implement required network measures
- Communication with clients and vendors in an international environment
- Technologies used: Palo Alto Networks, Panorama, Palo Alto AWS cloud firewall, Nozomi Networks, Honeybox
Florian Krebs
Self-employed IT and Security Consultant
Last position:
LAN Planner at Global Network AG
- As-is assessment of the current network infrastructure and its documentation, including on-site inspections
- Independent planning of new distribution and main distribution rooms in the individual district offices (components used, rack layout, connectivity), considering the BSI IT-Grundschutz and InfoSic requirements
- Planning of new copper and fiber optic cabling, including patch panels
- Coordination with building services engineering (TGA) to ensure compliance with relevant on-site requirements
- Development of detailed execution plans and high-level concepts for the rollout of the new infrastructure
- Additional support after the components go live (hypercare phase)
- Regular communication with project management and client stakeholders
Abdelhak Mahou
Network Architect
Last position:
Network Architect at Bechtle Managed Services GmbH
- Created as-is network documentation for a Bechtle customer
- Analyzed existing configurations and adjusted them
- Advised on Fortinet and Check Point products
- Troubleshot complex routing, switching and application issues
- Tools: MS Azure, FortiManager, Cisco Nexus & Catalyst, Cisco WLAN Controller, Citrix Netscaler SD-WAN, MS Visio, Checkpoint VSX, Wireshark
Frank Schade
Senior Consultant Network Strategy, Product Focus
Last position:
Senior Consultant Network Strategy, Product Focus at IT service provider for public administration
- Development of the product catalog for network strategy 2030 for the public administration of the Federal Ministry of the Interior
- Initiation of the "Network Clusters" program
- Introduction of service strategy and service design
- Introduction of service design management for network services
- Reporting to the CIOs of the sponsoring states
- Definition of the product catalog
Eddy Abanum
Network Administrator
Last position:
Network Administrator at Knauf Bayern
- Managing firewalls (Securepoint)
- Operating and maintaining the client-server infrastructure (Windows)
- Operating and patching IoT devices in the safety management system (cameras, Web IOS, IP serial converters)
- Supporting integration of security technology into existing IT infrastructures
- Planning and performing network segmentation and separation
- Transferring and implementing solutions to other plants
- Tools used: Wireshark, Network Service Manager, PRTG, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager, FNT/Command Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Wingard, Securepoint FW
Tony Rosolek
Wireless LAN Expert | CWNE #356 | CCNP-Enterprise
Last position:
Network Expert at Self-employed
- Consulting and execution of migration from Cisco AireOS to Cisco IOS-XE controller
- Solution design
- Configuration and staff training
- Products: Catalyst Center, Cisco controllers and IOS and COS access points, 9800-40, 5520, 8510, 9120, 9136, 9166, Catalyst switches, Aruba Clearpass
- Keywords: Tags, profiles, SSIDs, 802.1X authentication, captive portal, Identity PSK (iPSK), VLANs, troubleshooting, automation, RESTCONF, NETCONF, YANG
Pascal Farys
Senior Network Security Consultant
Last position:
Senior Network Security Consultant at IT-Systemhaus
- Provided expert level consulting for lifecycle, upgrades and refresh activities
- Used Remedy for effort recording and billing to customers
- Used ServiceNow for service management and workflow
- Used Jira for project management with agile/Scrum methods
- Used Confluence for documentation
- Worked with customer-specific software tools
- Worked with customer-provided and secured hardware suitable for IT security operations infrastructure setup for customers
- Built firewall rule sets and handed over to service owner and delivery teams
- Environment: Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, CSM, Cisco AnyConnect, Cisco ISE, Check Point VSX and gateways
Ivaylo Piskov
Senior Project / Rollout Manager
Last position:
Senior Project / Rollout Manager at Deutsche Glasfaser GmbH
- Manage and coordinate site design, deployment, new Core/DWDM implementation, and optimization of a robust and scalable fiber optic network infrastructure
- Create high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) documents for core and aggregation network
- Define scope of network elements and establish operational and deployment guidelines
- Determine core-site strategy, integrate voice and ISP systems, and swap core components of 60 existing sites
- Develop site design, execute proof of concept, and deploy additional core sites
Jamil Ahmad
Network Architect | Consultant
Last position:
Network Architect | Consultant at Evoila GmbH
- Planning, documentation, installation, and configuration for customer projects
- Fortinet Firewall, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager
- Cisco FMC (Firewall Management Control)
- WLAN survey and report creation with the Ekahau tool
- Cisco Meraki
- Alcatel Switches
- Cisco Switches, Cisco Nexus Switches
- Project management with customers, SLA contracts
Thorsten Ludwig
Infrastructure Architect IPv6 Test Lab
Last position:
Infrastructure Architect IPv6 Test Lab at Federal authority
- Infrastructure architect for a test lab for all federal authorities IPv6
- Support for internal IT with design questions
Szabolcs Kardos
Senior Network Security Consultant
Last position:
Senior Network Security Consultant at Mann+Hummel
- Network segmentation in a production IT environment
- Firewall migrations
- Integration of remote access sites
- Implementation of POCs (Backup, SCADA)
- Working in a multicultural environment
- Applied technologies: Panorama & Palo Alto Firewalls, Checkpoint, ServiceNOW, MS Azure Cloud
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Network Consultants statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
2.6 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Telecommunication
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Audit
Bachelor's degree or higher
42%
Master's degree or higher
17%
Certifications per freelancer
6
Most common languages
German, English, Polish
Speak two or more languages
92%
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The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions? Here you can find further information about FRATCH
A Network Consultant designs, reviews, and improves network environments. That can include LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, segmentation, firewalls, and secure remote access. On many projects, the work also covers troubleshooting, migration planning, and documentation.
Bring in a network consultant when the work is time-critical, highly specialized, or spread across multiple vendors. It is also a strong choice when your team needs an outside view on design, performance, or security. A freelancer can focus on the project without adding long-term headcount.
A network engineer usually focuses on implementation and day-to-day operations. A network consultant is often brought in for diagnosis, architecture, planning, or specific transformation work. In practice, the same person may cover both roles, especially in freelance assignments.
A strong network engineer or consultant should be comfortable with common vendor stacks such as Cisco, Juniper, HPE Aruba, and Fortinet. They should also know routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, monitoring tools, and packet analysis. The exact stack depends on your environment.
Expect clear network diagrams, design notes, configuration guidance, and test evidence. For migration work, a good consultant also provides cutover steps and rollback planning. For troubleshooting, you should get a documented root cause and a practical fix.
Yes, much of the analysis, documentation, and coordination can be done remotely. On-site work is more useful for hardware changes, site surveys, workshops, and cutovers. Many teams use a mix of both, especially for multi-site environments in Germany.
Look for clear questions, structured thinking, and a design that fits your business constraints. A good network specialist does not just name devices or settings; they explain why a choice is safe, supportable, and scalable. Strong documentation and calm communication during change windows are good signs.
They should be ready to discuss scope, current architecture, vendor landscape, security rules, and change approval steps. They should also ask about outages, maintenance windows, and who owns each part of the environment. That helps a network consultant avoid surprises and deliver useful work quickly.
The average hourly rate for Network Consultants in Germany is 113 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 900 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Network Consultants in Germany, 42% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 17% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as Network Consultants in Germany have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Network Consultants in Germany are German (100%), English (92%), and Polish (15%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Network Consultants in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (54%), and Telecommunication (54%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Network Consultants in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Operations (100%), and Project Management (92%).
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