
Network Infrastructure Experts in Germany
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Gerhard K.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager and Site Manager at HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH
- Construction of the data center in Oberkochen (Defence area)
- Planning of the fiber-optic ring, simulation of Wifi coverage
- Installation plan for WAN and LAN cables for office and production (infrastructure)
- Adaptation of the SAP system (R3) for the Oberkochen site (software)
- IT transformation of the SAP system to SAP HANA
- Planning of network infrastructure and server technologies in the SAP environment
- Pré-Sales support and establishment of change management
- Independent coordination of Utilities according to Time, Budget and Quality
- Mapping of the project in MS-Projekt and SERVICENow
- Development and design of hardware and software
- Demand management and portfolio management
- Establishment of a risk register and migration plan
- Preparation of documents supporting payment in coordination with the responsible financial and commercial functions
- Budget: 5 Mio. - 34 FTE
Julian W.
Last position:
Renewal of the Active Network Infrastructure
As part of this project, the existing active network infrastructure was modernized and made fit for the future. The goal was to introduce a powerful, secure and scalable network and WLAN infrastructure, including a Network Access Control (NAC) solution to improve network security and centralized access control.
At the beginning of the project, a comprehensive requirements analysis was carried out, taking into account the technical, operational and security-related requirements of the hospital sites. On this basis, a technical tender was prepared for new switches, WLAN access points and the NAC solution.
The successful implementation of the project established a modern, standardized and secure network infrastructure that meets the growing requirements for availability, mobility and IT security in hospital operations.
Activities:
- Supporting the tender process, including technical evaluation of offers and bidder evaluation
- Leading and managing the entire project implementation
- Coordinating the project process with internal stakeholders, business units and hospital IT
- Managing external service providers during the implementation and installation of the systems
- Monitoring the implementation, including quality control, project acceptance and defect management
- Coordinating and managing communication between hospital IT and external service providers as part of the NAC implementation
- Managing escalations in the event of technical and organizational challenges
- Ongoing budget monitoring and control of project expenses and additional costs
- Preparing decision papers for management on project changes, additional services and risks
Matthias S.
Last position:
Technology Lead & Co-Founder at LegalMind GmbH
- Redesign of legal operations: standardised workflows reducing routine effort by up to 80%, with source citation, hallucination check as quality gate, role model, logging and audit trail.
- Compliance-by-design operating model (EU AI Act readiness, GDPR, eIDAS) with documented, releasable process steps.
- Roadmap, sprint planning and release management for an agentic RAG platform with counsel-in-the-loop approval, audit trail and German hosting.
- EU AI Act readiness, GDPR and eIDAS requirements managed as first-class project deliverables; go-to-market for two customer verticals.
Christian R.
Last position:
Project Manager, Outlook and Teams Rollout at BWI
- Gathering information
- Creating rollout wave concepts
- Coordinating employees
- Monitoring and managing activities
- Project management including analysis and reporting to the board
- Creating instructions and specifications
- Training floorwalkers
- Supporting the rollout on site
- VIP support
- Introducing SharePoint
Karl-Heinz R.
Last position:
Supporting the further development of a European IT branch service organization (15 countries) at European retail company (discount retailer)
- Documenting the current Incident Management, IT Service Request Management, Problem Management, Change Management and Service Configuration Management processes (including CMDB)
- Conducting maturity assessments for these processes based on the ITIL® 4 Maturity Model
- Analyzing the various service value streams based on the ITIL® 4 value stream model
- Agreeing on maturity levels for the assessed processes
- Developing and approving a roadmap to achieve and measure the respective maturity levels
- Presenting the approach, including milestones, to management for approval
- Managing external service providers in 1st Level Support
Robert F.
Last position:
Interim Project Manager at IT services company of a regional energy supplier
- Delivery of various end-customer projects in server and network infrastructure on time, in quality, and within budget.
- Project 1: Firewall renewal, replacement of an ASA firewall with a Fortinet firewall at an automotive supplier.
- Project 2: Migration of file services from dedicated servers at 5 branch locations into a central managed file service, including DHCP, directory, and print services, as well as decommissioning of the old domain controllers.
- Project 3: Renewal of the network infrastructure at the headquarters and branch locations of a logistics company and transition of the LAN, WLAN, and firewall environments into a managed network service.
- Project 4: Network renewal, replacement of the core and access switches at the headquarters of a medical technology company and transition into a managed network service.
- Project 5: Firewall renewal, replacement of an ASA firewall with a Fortinet firewall for a city.
- Environment: ASA and Fortinet firewalls, Cisco network components, ITSM Heat/Ivanti, Confluence.
Elisabeth S.
Last position:
Head Of IT at Schölly Fiberoptic GmbH
- Led IT with 12 employees during a period of group integration, filling 3 new positions
- Analyzed IT maturity and created transparency around risks, resources and project status
- Structured and prioritized the project portfolio (group integration, ERP, NIS2, IT security)
- Engaged external service providers to close capacity gaps and initiated additional projects
- Supported the implementation of Business Central and represented IT on steering committees
Alexander A.
Last position:
Onsite Support Administrator at Sana Kliniken AG
- Processing and coordination of IT tickets (Helix, Omnitracker) incl. VIP support and remote support (Microsoft Teams, RDP, FastViewer)
- Onsite support at the main location as well as support for modern conference and meeting room technology (e.g. MeetingBoard 75 Pro)
- User and rights management in Active Directory (Active Roles), Azure AD, Exchange and MDM
- VDI support and monitoring with Citrix Director and Aruba Networking
- Endpoint management and policy administration via Ivanti
- Deployment, configuration and lifecycle management of clients (Dell notebooks, iPhones, iPads)
- Hardware rollouts for new employees incl. shipping across Germany
- Asset and license management as well as organization of site migrations
Maxime D.
Last position:
Lead Product Manager E-invoicing & AI at fino data services GmbH
- Responsible for the concept, planning, and implementation of the product development of GetMyInvoices 2.0 and the subcomponent InvoiceRails
- Independent work on all aspects of the project, including concept, specification in tickets, and coordination of developers
- Creation, management, and prioritization of tickets to ensure all tasks are completed on time and with high quality
- Carrying out and/or coordinating tests and ensuring the proper implementation of the developed features and functionalities
- Close collaboration with developers to clarify technical requirements and ensure the implementations match the specifications
- Regular reporting on project progress and documentation of key decisions, changes, and risks
- Taking on the subject matter lead for all topics around e-invoicing and Peppol, especially in relation to the InvoiceRails component
- Internal consulting and knowledge sharing on e-invoicing and Peppol for other teams and departments
- Tracking market trends and new developments in e-invoicing and Peppol to continuously adapt the product strategy
- Ensuring the long-term scalability and flexibility of the products for future technical and regulatory changes in the e-invoicing area
Florian K.
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
Eberhart N.
Last position:
IT Project Lead at Uniper.energy
Project: Rollout of new infrastructure components
- Defined and managed the implementation of an overarching management framework with clear roles and responsibilities as part of the hardware rollout.
- Designed and established governance and control mechanisms, including the development of compliance requirements and processes for continuous quality assurance, supported by ServiceNow.
- Coordinated technical activities between service, infrastructure and specialist teams to ensure the smooth delivery and commissioning of printers and notebooks.
- Created a detailed rollout plan with specific timelines, milestones and responsibilities.
- Managed the procurement, delivery, testing, configuration, installation and on-site commissioning of hardware, including integration into existing IT systems.
- Established and continuously optimized processes for the procurement, distribution and use of printers and notebooks.
- Developed and implemented standardized provisioning processes, analyzed existing procedures, harmonized the processes involved and ensured compliance with security, compliance and quality requirements.
- Introduced agile methods to continuously improve the hardware provisioning process.
- Promoted collaboration through clear responsibilities and communication structures between internal IT teams and external service providers.
- Documented and monitored rollout progress, created rollout reports and tracked hardware implementation in real time.
- Supported change management and organized and delivered training sessions for end users.
- Created user manuals and online resources.
- Analyzed the existing hardware landscape, created hardware inventories, assessed current equipment and checked hardware compatibility.
- Developed detailed infrastructure mappings.
- Planned, organized and conducted structured interviews with key stakeholders and created requirements documents.
André H.
Last position:
Linux IT Admin at ReiserST
- Development and maintenance of IT architectures with embedded Linux systems.
- Designing, implementing, and optimizing backend applications and script-based solutions.
- Analyzing and resolving issues, including troubleshooting and user support.
- Developing and implementing security concepts for cloud solutions.
- Administering networks (DHCP, DNS, NTP, VPN).
- Technologies: Linux, PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Kubernetes, GitLab CI.
- Methods: Kanban.
Victor O.
Last position:
AI Training Engineer at Confidential AI Research Client
- Codebase Evaluation & Problem Design: Designed and stress-tested complex software engineering problems against large open-source Python codebases (including pandas), requiring deep context acquisition and architectural understanding to produce well-scoped, realistic problem statements aligned to strict correctness guidelines.
- Agent Failure Analysis: Assessed LLM coding agent solutions for correctness and completeness, identifying meaningful failures across edge case handling, dtype behaviour, and multi-column NaN propagation logic; documented findings with precision for downstream evaluation use.
- Programmatic Test Suite Development: Authored comprehensive pytest suites to programmatically verify agent-generated solutions against defined requirements, with deliberate coverage of boundary conditions and failure modes not caught by naive implementations.
- Containerised Environment Engineering: Built and debugged Docker environments for reproducible agent execution, including git-based repository provisioning, dependency pinning with npm ci, and multi-stage Dockerfile authoring across Linux-based containers.
Dilara E.
Last position:
Epic Owner at Telefonica
As part of the program (RAITT Transformation/Inlife Tribe), efficient handling of all processes for existing customers during ongoing operations and in customer service, including payments and billing, with the goal of ensuring customer satisfaction through excellent service and efficient problem solving
Leading the Usage-to-Payments value stream and cross-functional teams as the responsible Epic Owner in the strategic RAITT transformation program
Managing, prioritizing, providing functional direction and driving decision-making processes between business, architecture, development and outsourcing partners
Backlog prioritization, strategic roadmap development and release readiness decisions
Establishing governance, quality assurance and delivery standards in the payment ecosystem
Communicating program-critical decisions to sponsors, Product Owners and technical control centers
Ensuring smooth payment processes, accurate billing and integration with financial systems
Optimizing payment methods, managing payment service providers and efficiently handling credit checks, dunning and debt collection
Focus on postpaid business models with bank transfers, direct debits, returned direct debits and payouts
Responsibility for alternative payment methods such as credit cards and PayPal, integration of payment service providers and risk management
Maher S.
Last position:
Product Development – Test Management – Rollout at Telefónica Deutschland
Participation in various projects related to the development and introduction of new telecommunications products in the mobile communications and fixed-line sectors, with a focus on 5G, wholesale and IPv6 technologies.
- Planning, coordination and execution of product development projects, particularly in the 5G and fixed-line environments
- Support for the rollout of new offerings, including test management and quality assurance
- Participation in the development of wholesale products and eSIM solutions
- Close coordination with internal departments (technology, marketing, operations) and external partners
- Use of agile tools and methods for project management and collaboration
Tools: JIRA, MS Office, MS Project
Technologies: 5G, 5G Campus Networks, Fixed Network (FixNet), IPv6, eSIM, Wholesale product development
CS-APN 5G NSA – IPv6 / Dual-Stack for B2B Customers
Ensuring the use of CS-APNs in dual-stack mode (IPv4/IPv6) in combination with MPLS VPN and IPSEC VPN.
- Project management including test planning, test coordination and go-live management
- Technical coordination for activating IPv6 functionality for B2B connections
eSIM Manager – Product Development for B2B Customers
Development of a tool for the fast and scalable provision of eSIM profiles for business customers.
- Product design and process definition for activating eSIMs on different device types (smartphones, IoT, laptops)
- Collaboration with partners to integrate the solution into existing infrastructures
eSIM Handling B2B – Blanco eSIM Process Integration
Optimization of the eSIM provisioning process through the introduction of dynamic Blanco eSIM processes.
- Definition of new processes for issuing non-activated eSIMs (Blanco) via the frontend and partner community
- Design of the integration into service and IT systems
All-IP 5G NSA – Mobile Access for B2B Internet/Voice Services
Expansion of the All-IP portfolio with mobile 5G access offering higher bandwidth for business customers. (5G Indoor Coverage).
- Project management including test management and go-live preparation
- Interface coordination for introducing Local-SIM-based solutions
5G PN – Campus Roaming / Private Networks
Development and introduction of 5G Private Network (PN) solutions with a focus on industrial applications (IIoT).
- Design and definition of business use cases
- Development of SIM/eSIM processes for 5GPN, including roaming between private and public networks
IPv6 for B2B – Introduction in Mobile and Fixed-Line Products
Introduction of IPv6 support for All-IP products and M2M services in the B2B environment.
- Product and process development for integrating IPv6 (in accordance with RIPE-554)
- Implementation for large customers such as retail chains with several thousand branches in Germany and abroad
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Statistics of experts using Network Infrastructure
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years

Position duration
3.2 years

Positions per freelancer
13

Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations

Top industries
Information Technology, Telecommunication, Banking and Finance

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
48%
Doctorate
7%

Certifications per freelancer
5

Most common languages
German, English, French

Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 9 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
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Explore rate insightsAverage rates of experts in Germany using Network Infrastructure
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
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.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 9 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Network Infrastructure experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (92%)
- Telecommunication (49%)
- Banking and Finance (46%)
- Government and Administration (44%)
- Manufacturing (40%)
- Automotive (39%)
- Professional Services (38%)
- Healthcare (31%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What it covers
Network Infrastructure is the foundation that connects users, applications, sites and cloud services. It includes wired and wireless LANs, WANs, routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, VPNs and network access control. Strong infrastructure keeps traffic available, secure and predictable.
Where it is used
Companies rely on network infrastructure across offices, data centers, production sites and hybrid cloud environments.
- Connect branches and remote workplaces through resilient WANs
- Segment users, devices and workloads with VLANs and access policies
- Provide secure Wi-Fi for employees, guests and operational devices
- Link on-premises systems with AWS, Azure or other cloud environments
- Monitor traffic, capacity and service health across critical locations
Ecosystem and tooling
The field spans vendor hardware, software-defined networking and cloud networking. Professionals may work with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Aruba, Meraki or Linux-based services, alongside tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Wireshark, NetBox and Grafana. Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6, BGP, OSPF, VPN protocols and network security is often central.
When companies need help
Freelance expertise is useful during office moves, acquisitions, data-center changes and cloud migrations. Specialists also support firewall replacements, wireless redesigns, performance incidents and documentation gaps. In Germany, projects may involve distributed industrial, logistics, healthcare or financial operations and require close coordination with local teams.
- Design a target topology and migration plan
- Configure and test routing, switching, firewalls and wireless access
- Investigate outages, latency, packet loss and capacity constraints
- Automate repeatable configuration and compliance checks
What strong professionals deliver
A capable specialist starts with traffic flows, business priorities and failure scenarios rather than a preferred product. They produce clear diagrams, addressing plans, configuration standards, runbooks and rollback procedures. They validate changes in controlled stages, protect access credentials and explain decisions to both technical and operational stakeholders.
Remote and local collaboration
Network work combines remote analysis with physical dependencies. Configuration, monitoring and documentation can often happen remotely, while cabling, hardware replacement, site surveys and cutovers may need someone on site. Professionals working with German teams should align on language, access procedures, maintenance windows and the operational requirements of each location.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Network Infrastructure.
Network Infrastructure connects people, devices, applications and sites so information can move securely and reliably. It covers the physical and virtual components behind office connectivity, data centers, cloud access, industrial systems and remote work.
Network Infrastructure is the broader discipline, including on-premises networks, WANs, wireless, security controls and cloud connections. Cloud networking focuses on services inside providers such as AWS or Azure, but most modern environments require both areas to work together.
A strong Network Infrastructure specialist often combines routing and switching with firewall management, network security, Linux, cloud connectivity and automation. Useful adjacent skills include Ansible or Terraform, identity and access control, observability, DNS and incident response.
Companies bring in a Network Infrastructure expert for migrations, redesigns, outage investigations, security improvements or major site changes. Freelancers are also valuable when internal teams need temporary capacity without adding a permanent role.
The right level depends on the scope and risk of the Network Infrastructure work. A contained switch or wireless rollout needs different capability from a multi-site redesign, cloud migration or high-availability change, so assess comparable environments and deliverables rather than relying on a title alone.
Much of Network Infrastructure work can be completed remotely through secure access, monitoring tools and collaboration with an on-site contact. Hardware installation, cabling, surveys and some cutovers still require local presence, while German and English language expectations should be agreed at the start.
Ask a Network Infrastructure professional to explain a comparable design, its failure modes and the migration safeguards used. Review the clarity of diagrams, addressing plans, documentation, monitoring approach and rollback procedure, not only the vendor products they list.
A well-run Network Infrastructure engagement should leave behind a tested configuration, current topology diagrams, an addressing and access record, monitoring coverage and operational runbooks. It should also document assumptions, known risks, handover steps and the response plan for common failures.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects is 103 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 821 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 48% hold at least a Master's degree, and 7% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects are German (98%), English (96%), and French (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Telecommunication (49%), and Banking and Finance (46%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Network Infrastructure in their recent projects are Information Technology (98%), Project Management (80%), and Operations (72%).
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