Key Responsibilities:
1. Network Project Management
Lead end-to-end network infrastructure projects from initiation to closure
Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure project deliverables
Manage project risks, issues, and change requests
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards
Conduct post-implementation reviews and lessons learned sessions
2. Network Architecture Review & Analysis
Review and evaluate vendor-proposed network architectures and designs
Conduct technical assessments of network solutions against business requirements
Analyse network topology, capacity planning, and scalability considerations
Validate security implementations and compliance with organisational policies
Provide detailed technical recommendations and improvement suggestions
Ensure proposed solutions align with enterprise architecture standards
3. Technical Consultation & Design
Provide expert technical consultation on network infrastructure matters
Develop network design specifications and technical documentation
Conduct feasibility studies for network modernisation initiatives
Support RFP/RFQ processes with technical requirements and evaluation criteria
Review and approve network implementation plans and procedures
4. Vendor Management & Oversight
Manage relationships with network solution vendors and service providers
Evaluate vendor capabilities and technical proposals
Oversee vendor performance and deliverable quality
Conduct technical discussions and negotiations with vendors
Ensure vendor compliance with contractual and technical requirements
5. Standards & Compliance
Ensure network implementations comply with security standards and policies
Maintain network documentation and configuration management
Implement network monitoring and performance management practices
Support audit activities and compliance reporting
Drive adoption of industry best practices and standards