Head of Network Engineering & Security Strategy

DP World; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is seeking an experienced Manager - Network Engineering to lead the design, operation and continuous improvement of our network and network security services across Oceania. This leadership role defines network strategy, guides a team of engineers and ensures resilience, security and performance of critical infrastructure supporting our global operations.

You will report to the Senior Manager - Infrastructure and oversee architecture, security, vendor management and lifecycle planning

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading enterprise network engineering teams.
• Deep knowledge of Cisco networking technologies and enterprise network design.
• Experience with FortiGate, F5, Meraki, SD-WAN, VPNs and network security platforms.
• Strong understanding of routing, switching, TCP/IP, DNS, MPLS, BGP, VPN and modern enterprise networking concepts.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects and operational environments.
• Strong vendor, stakeholder and commercial management skills.
• The ability to influence, communicate and lead across both technical and business teams.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP, CCSP or CCDP, together with tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or a related discipline
• Experience leading network solutions on big infrastructure projects, start to finish

Responsibilities

• Lead the network engineering function across Oceania.
• Own network architecture, standards, roadmaps and technology direction.
• Drive reliability, security and availability across critical infrastructure platforms.
• Lead major incident response, operational governance and risk management activities.
• Build and develop a high-performing engineering team through coaching, mentoring and leadership.
• Partner with Infrastructure, Applications, Projects and Business stakeholders to deliver strategic outcomes.
• Drive automation and operational improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
• Manage key technology vendors and contribute to budgeting, forecasting and lifecycle planning.

Skills

Enterprise network leadership

Cisco networking

Network security platforms

VPN technologies

Routing & Switching

Vendor & stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

FortiGate

F5

Meraki

SD-WAN

Job description

DP World is seeking an experienced Manager - Network Engineering to lead the design, operation and continuous improvement of our network and network security services across Oceania. This leadership role defines network strategy, guides a team of engineers and ensures resilience, security and performance of critical infrastructure supporting our global operations.

You will report to the Senior Manager - Infrastructure and oversee architecture, security, vendor management and lifecycle planning