Key Responsibilities:
1. Network Design and Implementation:
- Design and deploy scalable and secure network solutions (LAN, WAN, VPN, SD-WAN, MPLS).
- Plan and execute network upgrades and migrations with minimal downtime.
- Oversee the integration of cloud networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure).
2. Network Operations Management:
- Monitor network performance and ensure uptime according to SLAs.
- Manage and troubleshoot connectivity, routing, and switching issues.
- Implement and oversee disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans for network services.
3. Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Lead a team of network engineers, technicians, and administrators.
- Assign tasks, provide mentorship, and conduct performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders on network-related initiatives.
4. Security and Compliance:
- Ensure network security by implementing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and VPNs.
- Regularly audit network configurations to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Respond to and mitigate network security breaches and vulnerabilities.
5. Vendor and Asset Management:
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ISPs, and service providers.
- Negotiate contracts, licenses, and SLAs for network hardware and services.
- Track network inventory, including routers, switches, and access points.
6. Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
- Use tools like Op Manager ,SolarWinds, PRTG, or Cisco Prime to monitor and optimize network performance.
- Analyze traffic patterns and implement quality of service (QoS) for critical applications.
7. Budget and Reporting:
- Develop and manage budgets for network operations and upgrades.
- Create regular reports on network performance, incidents, and capacity planning for senior management.
