Junior Project Manager

We are seeking a motivated Junior Project Manager (Networking Domain) with a CCNA certification to support the planning, coordination, and execution of networking projects. This role is ideal for candidates who have a strong networking foundation, excellent organizational skills, and the ambition to grow into a senior delivery/project management role.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Coordination & Execution
• Assist in planning and executing network implementation, upgrade, and migration projects.
• Track project deliverables, timelines, and dependencies using standard PM tools (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent).
• Support cut-over activities during switch/router replacements, upgrades, or data center migrations.
• Technical Collaboration
• Work closely with network engineers to ensure tasks are delivered in line with design and standards.
• Review network diagrams, change plans, and implementation schedules.
• Provide L1/L2 technical assistance where required, leveraging CCNA knowledge.
• Governance & Reporting
• Maintain RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) logs.
• Prepare project status reports, dashboards, and client presentations.
• Ensure adherence to ITIL and Change Management processes during deployments.
• Stakeholder Communication
• Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, and internal technical teams.
• Participate in project calls, documenting minutes of meetings and tracking follow-ups.
• Escalate risks/issues promptly to the Project/Delivery Manager.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certification: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is mandatory.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in networking or IT project coordination.
• Technical Knowledge:
• Basic understanding of LAN/WAN, VLANs, routing protocols, and switch configurations.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Remedy, etc.).
• Project Management:
• Exposure to project management methodologies (Agile/Waterfall).
• Familiarity with tools like MS Project, Jira, or Trello.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, time management, analytical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Skills

• ITIL Foundation certification.
• Hands-on experience assisting in network cutovers or migrations.
• Experience working in multi-vendor/global environments.

Job Location: Chennai

Preferred: Immediate or atleast 15 days