Role Description: A Network Strategist or Program Manager in Network is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, design, and execution of network-related initiatives within an organization. Their role ensures that the network infrastructure aligns with business objectives, improves performance, and supports future growth.
Competencies: Network Operations, EIS : Network Engineer
Experience (Years): 8-10
Essential Skills: 1. Strategic Planning & Architecture: ? Develop and implement long-term network strategies aligned with business goals. ? Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation in network infrastructure. ? Design high-level network architectures to ensure scalability, security, and resilience. 2. Program & Project Management: ? Oversee large-scale network projects, including upgrades, expansions, and migrations. ? Define project scope, objectives, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful execution. ? Manage cross-functional teams, including network engineers, vendors, and security experts. 3. Network Optimization & Performance: ? Analyze current network performance and implement improvements for efficiency and reliability. ? Optimize bandwidth, cloud connectivity, and hybrid network environments. ? Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and enhance network operations.
Desirable Skills: 4. Security & Compliance: ? Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate security best practices into network strategy. ? Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR) and company policies. ? Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network resilience. 5. Vendor & Stakeholder Management: ? Engage with network service providers, equipment vendors, and cloud partners for procurement and support. ? Act as a liaison between IT, business units, and executive leadership to align network strategy with company goals. ? Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships to optimize costs and servicelevels. 6. Innovation & Emerging Technologies: ? Evaluate advancements such as SD-WAN, 5G, AI-driven networking, and edge computing. ? Develop roadmaps for transitioning to modern network solutions like cloud networking or intent-based networking. ? Drive automation initiatives to enhance network efficiency and reduce manual operations. 7. Budget & Cost Management: ? Manage network budgets, forecast expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities. ? Optimize network investments to balance performance, security, and cost. 8. Reporting & Documentation: ? Provide regular updates to executives on network performance, risks, and strategic initiatives. ? Maintain detailed documentation of network policies, procedures, and configurations.
Country: United States
Branch | City | Location: – Seattle, WA
Competencies: Network Operations, EIS : Network Engineer
Experience (Years): 8-10
Essential Skills: 1. Strategic Planning & Architecture: ? Develop and implement long-term network strategies aligned with business goals. ? Assess emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation in network infrastructure. ? Design high-level network architectures to ensure scalability, security, and resilience. 2. Program & Project Management: ? Oversee large-scale network projects, including upgrades, expansions, and migrations. ? Define project scope, objectives, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful execution. ? Manage cross-functional teams, including network engineers, vendors, and security experts. 3. Network Optimization & Performance: ? Analyze current network performance and implement improvements for efficiency and reliability. ? Optimize bandwidth, cloud connectivity, and hybrid network environments. ? Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and enhance network operations.
Desirable Skills: 4. Security & Compliance: ? Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate security best practices into network strategy. ? Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR) and company policies. ? Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network resilience. 5. Vendor & Stakeholder Management: ? Engage with network service providers, equipment vendors, and cloud partners for procurement and support. ? Act as a liaison between IT, business units, and executive leadership to align network strategy with company goals. ? Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships to optimize costs and servicelevels. 6. Innovation & Emerging Technologies: ? Evaluate advancements such as SD-WAN, 5G, AI-driven networking, and edge computing. ? Develop roadmaps for transitioning to modern network solutions like cloud networking or intent-based networking. ? Drive automation initiatives to enhance network efficiency and reduce manual operations. 7. Budget & Cost Management: ? Manage network budgets, forecast expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities. ? Optimize network investments to balance performance, security, and cost. 8. Reporting & Documentation: ? Provide regular updates to executives on network performance, risks, and strategic initiatives. ? Maintain detailed documentation of network policies, procedures, and configurations.
Country: United States
Branch | City | Location: – Seattle, WA
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