Director- Networking (Data center)
- Source: LinkedIn
- DAMAC Digital
- Remote
- Dubai
- Full-Time
- Senior
Job Description
The Director – Networking is responsible for leading the end-to-end network design strategy for hyperscale and enterprise data center developments across Damac Digital’s portfolio. The role ensures the delivery of scalable, resilient, secure, and high-performance network infrastructure designs aligned with business objectives, industry standards, and emerging technologies. The role will oversee conceptual, detailed, and execution-stage network architecture covering data center networking, interconnectivity, cloud integration, cybersecurity alignment, and operational readiness while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, consultants, OEMs, and contractors
- KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Develop and lead the overall networking strategy for data center and digital infrastructure projects. Define technical standards, design guidelines, and governance frameworks for network architecture.
Lead the design and implementation planning of: Spine-leaf architectures Core, aggregation, and access networks SDN and network virtualization technologies WAN, internet, and cloud connectivity Network security zoning and segmentation Disaster recovery and redundancy frameworks Ensure network designs meet scalability, reliability, performance, and cybersecurity requirements Provide technical leadership during project execution, testing, commissioning, and operational handover.
Support budgeting, cost optimization, and lifecycle planning initiatives. Build and mentor high-performing technical networking teams.
Experience
Minimum 10+ years of experience in networking and digital infrastructure design.
Minimum 7+ years in leadership roles managing large-scale enterprise or hyperscale data center projects.
Strong experience in: Data center networking Cloud connectivity SDN technologies Enterprise network architecture
Telecom and ISP integration Cybersecurity-aligned network design Experience working with hyperscale operators, colocation providers, or mission-critical environments is highly preferred.
Certifications (Preferred)
CCIE / CCNP , JNCIE / JNCIPAWS Advanced Networking CISSP or equivalent cybersecurity certification CDCP / CDCS certifications are advantageous
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