SR IT Network Solutions Manager

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• Leads network strategy and operations, ensuring resilient Wi‑Fi performance and connectivity across retail store environments and high‑volume distribution centers with extensive mobile device usage.
• Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN (Fortinet), and Aruba WiFi environments.
• Oversee Data Center network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, redundancy, and security.
• Plan and execute network upgrades, migrations, and optimization projects.
• Manage Cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and hybrid network integrations.
• Ensure adherence to network performance, reliability, and security standards.

• Monitor network performance and proactively resolve incidents, outages, and capacity issues.
• Define and enforce network policies, configurations, and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to maintain secure connectivity and implement network segmentation as per industry standards and business requirements.
• Manage relationships with network vendors, ISPs, and telecom carriers.
• Review, negotiate, and optimize telecom and WAN contracts for cost efficiency.
• Oversee telecom billing, invoice validation, and cost allocation.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers and support staff.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and cross‑functional coordination for infrastructure initiatives.
• Provide strategic input on network architecture, capacity planning, and technology roadmap.

• Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory security standards and business requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, reports, and performance dashboards.
• Support internal and external audits related to network operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7–10 years of hands‑on experience managing enterprise networks.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), firewall configurations, and network monitoring tools.
• Experience in vendor and contract management, including telecom billing oversight.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as Fortinet NSE 4–7, Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP), CCNP/CCIE, or AWS/Azure networking certifications preferred.
• Fortinet SD‑WAN design and deployment.
• Aruba LAN, WiFi design and deployment.
• Data Center network operations and routing/switching (Cisco/Aruba/Fortinet).
• Cloud connectivity (VPN, Direct Connect, Express Route, etc.).

• Network uptime and availability.
• Incident resolution time and SLA adherence.
• Network cost optimization through vendor and telecom management.
• Successful completion of infrastructure projects within time and budget.
• Team performance, engagement, and skill development.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Information Technology

• Retail