Senior Manager Network Operations
at
Dubai Holding
dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Full Time
Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
06 Dec, 26
Salary
0.0
Posted On
07 Sep, 26
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
Yes
Skills
Industry
Information Technology & Services
Description
Key AccountabilitiesNetwork Infrastructure ManagementManage the design, deployment, and lifecycle of the organization's core network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, wireless, cloud connectivity, switches, routers, and data centre networks
Ensure seamless connectivity, redundancy, performance, and scalability across all sites and platforms
Maintain accurate network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and operating procedures
Manage end-of-life replacement of network equipment and software, ensuring conformance to technical standards and alignment with technology initiatives
Manage the end-to-end network environment, including provisioning, scaling, and operational security, to deliver stable and performant services
Manage the enterprise wireless network, ensuring reliable and secure connectivity for users and devices, and applying best practices for coverage, capacity, and security
Network Operations & Service ReliabilityMonitor network performance and proactively address availability, capacity, and reliability issues
Maintain remote access solutions for secure connectivity across remote and mobile users
Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery practices to support high availability
Manage incident response for network-related issues, leading root cause analysis and service restoration
Drive operational improvements in change management and daily operations, ensuring consistent adherence to standard procedures
Develop, maintain, and regularly test disaster recovery plans to protect business continuity, including analysis of hybrid cloud connectivity to avoid service interruptions
Network Security & Compliance Ensure all network solutions adhere to security and compliance standards, incorporating defined architecture principles and design patterns
Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to embed security controls into network operations
Support audit and assurance activities related to network systems
Configure, upgrade, and maintain enterprise-grade firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, and routing protocols to ensure network security and performance
Vendor & Budget ManagementManage operational and capital budgets across the network estate (approximately AED 25m OPEX and AED 20-30m CAPEX)
Identify cost optimisation opportunities and ensure cost-effective service delivery
Manage relationships with network technology vendors, telecommunications providers, and service partners
Verify and coordinate preparation of RFI/RFP/RFQ documents and approve BOQs for network devices
Lead vendor communications during technology selection and solution review processes
Project Delivery & Stakeholder CollaborationLead delivery of network-related projects from inception to implementation, working with IT teams and stakeholders
Support validation of new network solutions, ensuring alignment with the Group's architecture roadmap and security standards
Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Application teams to embed best practices across the organization
Implement network services across Cloud and On-Premises Data Centres and campus networks, managing platforms including routing, switching, wireless, voice, video, and security
Approve new Data Centre Network (DCN) high-level and low-level designs, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability of approved solutions
Lead optimisation of DCN topologies and approve architecture changes, supporting continuous improvement of the network estate
Who We Are Looking ForProven track record of at least 6 - 8 years in leading and managing an enterprise network environment, with experience in cloud networking Demonstrated expertise in network operations management
Previous experience working in large corporate environments
Comprehensive understanding of networking components