Global Network Strategy Architect

MCS Group

Belfast City District

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

MCS Group seeks a Network Architect to own the global network strategy within a major international organisation undergoing technology transformation. You will shape multi-year roadmaps and influence technology investments to support cloud adoption and AI-driven infrastructure.

The role combines deep networking expertise with strategic thinking and senior-level stakeholder engagement, guiding global WAN/LAN/SD-WAN evolution and ensuring alignment with business objectives across Azure cloud

Qualifications

Extensive experience in enterprise networking including global WAN, LAN and SD-WAN.
Strong cloud networking knowledge, ideally Microsoft Azure.
Experience developing or owning network architecture strategies and roadmaps.
Exposure to large-scale, multimillion-pound infrastructure programmes.
Strong commercial awareness including vendor management and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

Own and develop the global network architecture and multi-year technology roadmap.
Lead the strategic evolution of global WAN, LAN and SD-WAN environments.
Evaluate providers and technologies, identify opportunities for innovation and cost efficiency.
Collaborate with Cloud, IT Operations, Information Security and EA teams to align with business goals.
Develop business cases for major technology investments balancing security and service quality.
Manage relationships with external technology partners and vendors, including negotiations.
Provide architectural leadership across complex global infrastructure projects.
Support cloud evolution, particularly within Microsoft Azure, and consider AI impacts.