Senior Network Manager

Core Competencies:

Technical Leadership

• Enterprise Network Architecture and Operations
• Campus and Data Center Network Management
• Network Security Operations and Governance
• High Availability and Redundancy Design
• Wireless Network Management and Optimization
• SD-WAN and WAN Connectivity Management
• Network Monitoring and Performance Analytics
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning

People & Operational Management

• Team Leadership and Capability Development
• Stakeholder and Vendor Management
• ITIL-Based Service Management
• Incident, Problem, and Change Management
• Operational Excellence and Process Improvement
• Budgeting and Resource Planning
• Project and Transition Management

Technology Expertise

• Juniper Core and Distribution Switching
• Arista Switching Platforms
• Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls
• IDS/IPS Technologies
• Cisco Wireless Infrastructure and Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC)
• Juniper Mist Wireless Solutions
• Network Access Control (NAC)
• Routing and Switching Protocols
• Network Security and Compliance Frameworks

Key Responsibilities

• Lead 24x7 operations of airport network infrastructure ensuring maximum availability and performance.
• Manage Core, Distribution, and Access Layer network environments across airport terminals, operational facilities, and data centers.
• Establish and maintain network operational standards, policies, and procedures.
• Drive proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolution of network incidents.

Infrastructure Management

• Oversee administration and maintenance of Juniper, Arista, and Cisco network environments.
• Manage FortiGate Firewalls, IDS/IPS solutions, and network security controls.
• Ensure optimal performance of wired and wireless infrastructure including Cisco WLC and Juniper Mist platforms.
• Maintain network capacity planning and scalability roadmaps.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with airport, aviation, cybersecurity, and regulatory standards.
• Lead network security assessments, vulnerability management, and remediation activities.

Service Delivery & Governance

• Define and monitor network SLAs, KPIs, and operational metrics.
• Lead major incident management and root cause analysis activities.
• Drive continuous service improvement initiatives through automation and optimization.
• Present operational reviews and performance reports to senior leadership.

Project & Vendor Management

• Lead network transformation, modernization, and infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Manage OEMs, service providers, system integrators, and support partners.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend strategic improvements.
• Ensure project delivery within timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree
preferred.
Preferred Skills:

Technical Skills
•Expert knowledge of:
•Juniper Switching and Routing Platforms
•Arista Switching Solutions
•FortiGate NGFW Administration
•IDS/IPS Technologies
•Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC)
•Juniper Mist Wireless Solutions
•BGP, OSPF, VRRP, VLANs, STP, MPLS
•SD-WAN Technologies
•Network Access Control (NAC)
•Network Monitoring Tools and Analytics Platforms
Certifications (Preferred)
•Juniper JNCIP / JNCIE
•Fortinet NSE Certifications
•Cisco CCNP / CCIE
•Arista ACE Certifications
•ITIL Foundation or ITIL Managing Professional
•CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications
Soft Skills
•Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
•Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
•Ability to manage high-pressure mission-critical environments
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•Strategic thinking with operational execution excellence
•Experience presenting to executive leadership and CXO stakeholders