Network Operations Manager

Eden Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Network Operations Manager to lead a global team in transforming network capabilities. This pivotal role involves driving strategic initiatives, managing a talented team, and implementing cutting-edge SD-WAN technology. You will play a crucial part in enhancing network resilience and performance while collaborating with global stakeholders. If you are passionate about innovation and leadership in network infrastructure, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in enterprise networking across multi-site LANs/WANs.
• Strong background in Cisco technologies and firewall management.
• Experience managing global teams and vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic decisions for global network infrastructure.
• Manage a talented team of Network Engineers across UK and global offices.
• Champion the implementation of SD-WAN for resilience and performance.

Skills

Enterprise Networking

Cisco Technologies

Firewall Technologies

Wireless Networking

Cloud Networking

SD-WAN Deployment

Network Monitoring Tools

Vendor Management

Budget Management

24x7 Support Models

Education

CCNP Certification

CCIE Certification

PCNSE Certification

NSE4/7 Certification

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

F5

Ansible

Terraform

Python

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Network Operations Manager – Global IT Infrastructure

Glasgow (Hybrid – 3 days in office / 2 days from home)

Full-Time | 37.5 hrs/week | Flexibility required to support global teams

Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of global network infrastructure?

Excellent opportunity for a high calibre forward-thinking Network Operations Manager to join a global technology team at a pivotal moment of transformation.

This newly created position offers the chance to lead a high-performing, globally distributed team of engineers and be at the forefront of our strategic SD-WAN project rollout. Reporting directly to the Global Infrastructure Leader, you’ll be both a technical authority and a people-focused leader, ensuring their network is robust, efficient, and future-ready.

As Network Manager, you will:

• Drive strategic decisions and technical leadership for our global network infrastructure.
• Manage a talented team of 8-9 Network Engineers across the UK and global offices.
• Champion the implementation of SD-WAN to boost resilience and performance.
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to deliver first-class service and support.
• Balance day-to-day operations with project delivery in a dynamic, enterprise-scale environment.

What You’ll Bring

Focus is not as hands-on on however, you will have a technical background (see below) managing the team, responsible for network, technology choices, and being at the forefront of the SD-WAN project.

Core Experience

• Extensive enterprise networking experience across multi-site LANs/WANs.
• Strong background in Cisco technologies (Nexus 3K/9K, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Solid understanding of firewall technologies (Palo Alto, Fortinet), VPNs, and MPLS.
• Deep expertise in wireless networking (Aruba), cloud networking, and SD-WAN deployment.
• Hands-on knowledge of network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, F5).
• Demonstrated experience managing vendors, SLAs, and multi-million-pound budgets.
• Line management of global teams with proven mentoring ability.
• Strategic input into vendor negotiations and IT service improvement.
• Ability to present complex concepts clearly to senior, non-technical audiences.
• Experience in 24x7 support models blending internal and third-party support.

Desirable skills and experience

• Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, NSE4/7 or similar.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust, ZTNA, and SASE architectures.
• Experience in automation/IaC (Ansible, Terraform, Python).
• Familiarity with GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and ITSM/ITIL environments.
• Exposure to cloud platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP.

Why this role?

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of network capabilities across a global organisation. From spearheading cloud-based transitions to leading innovation in SD-WAN and automation, this is your opportunity to make your mark in a role that combines leadership, strategy, and technical excellence.

This role isn’t just about keeping the lights on. It’s about setting the direction for where their network goes next.

The team is based in Glasgow, operating on a hybrid model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). While UK hours are standard, flexibility is key as you’ll be collaborating with their global team.

Apply now and help build a smarter, faster, and more secure global network.

• Seniority Level
• Mid-Senior level
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• Employment Type
• Full-time
• Job Functions
• Information Technology
• Skills
• Wide Area Network (WAN)
• SD-W

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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