Role Description: Core Responsibilities: Enterprise Network Operations (LAN / WAN / Data Centre): Work with Managed Service Providers to administer and support: LAN (core/distribution/access switching) WAN connectivity (MPLS, internet, edge routing) Data centre networking environments Monitor availability, capacity, and performance; take proactive action to prevent service degradation Perform incident, problem, and change management for network services Cloud Network Integration (Critical for your model): Support Azure and AVS networking, including: ExpressRoute configuration and troubleshooting Hybrid connectivity between: On-prem data centres AVS private cloud Azure native services Ensure consistent routing, segmentation, and security across environments Network Infrastructure Lifecycle & Refresh: Support network infrastructure refresh programs, including: Switch and router upgrades Firewall lifecycle management Wi-Fi infrastructure refresh Validate configurations, ensure high availability, and support migration cutovers Maintain alignment to enterprise standards and architecture Network Security & Perimeter Services: Work with Managed Service Providers to administer and support: Cisco and Checkpoint firewalls Bluecoat proxy solutions Network access control and segmentation Implement firewall rule changes with impact assessment Support vulnerability remediation and security compliance activities Application Delivery & Load Balancing: Work with Managed Service Providers to administer: Citrix Netscaler (ADC/load balancing) Support application traffic management, SSL offload, and availability optimization Enterprise WiFi (Campus & Workplace): Work with Managed Service Providers to manage Aruba / HPE wireless infrastructure: Controllers, access points, authentication Ensure high performance and coverage across workplace environments Support onboarding and troubleshooting for enterprise wireless services AI Data Centre Support (Important Differentiator): Support networking for high-performance compute environments: Low latency, high throughput networking GPU cluster connectivity (if applicable) Work with infrastructure teams to ensure network supports AI/analytics workloads Monitoring, Logging & Optimization: Knowledge of network monitoring tools to: Identify performance bottlenecks Analyze traffic patterns Ensure centralized logging and observability for network devices MSP & Vendor Coordination: Work with Managed Service Providers: Validate work performed Provide technical oversight Ensure adherence to standards and SLAs Participate in change planning and service integration Documentation & Governance: Maintain network diagrams, configurations, and operational runbooks Participate in change advisory boards and governance processes Ensure compliance with enterprise security and operational standards

Requirements Skill Requirements/ Qualifications: The Resource must have the following minimum qualifications or experience: Experience: 5+ years in enterprise network administration Proven experience in large, multi-site or hybrid environments Experience working within MSP-integrated delivery models

Technical Skills Core Networking Strong expertise in: TCP/IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), switching (VLANs, STP) WAN technologies and MPLS environments Deep understanding of high availability and redundancy design Cisco edge switching

Cloud Connectivity Hands-on experience with: Azure networking ExpressRoute (configuration, troubleshooting) Hybrid network design

Firewalls & Security Experience with: Cisco firewalls Checkpoint firewalls Proxy solutions (Bluecoat or equivalent)

Application Delivery Hands-on experience with: Citrix Netscaler / ADC (load balancing, SSL, traffic management)

Wireless Networking Enterprise Wi-Fi experience: Aruba / HPE wireless solutions

Infrastructure & Tools Network monitoring and analysis tools Packet capture and troubleshooting tools Configuration and change management tools

Preferred Qualifications or Experience: Certifications (Preferred) CCNP or higher Azure Network Engineer Associate Aruba / HPE wireless certifications Check Point / Cisco security certifications