Platform Director of Networks

Lorien; London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organisation is seeking a Platform Director of Networks to oversee the global design and delivery of network infrastructure. This senior leadership position involves managing a large team and driving transformation. Candidates should have extensive networking experience, proven leadership skills, and expertise in SDWAN and cloud solutions. This is a fully remote opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in networking, with MSP and Telco experience.
• Proven leadership of large, globally dispersed technical teams.
• Deep expertise in SDWAN, Cloud WAN, MPLS, and network security.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute global network strategy and architecture.
• Lead a team of 250+ networking professionals across multiple technologies.
• Drive transformation from MPLS to cloud-based WAN solutions.

Skills

Networking expertise

Leadership of technical teams

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

CCIE, CCDE or equivalent certification

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Palo Alto

AWS

Job description

Platform Director - NetworksPermanent Fully Remote Professional Services

We're hiring a Platform Director of Networks to lead the global design, delivery, and evolution of network infrastructure for a leading professional services organisation. This is a strategic leadership role overseeing a large, globally distributed team and driving transformation across SDWAN, Cloud WAN, and legacy MPLS environments.
Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute global network strategy and architecture.
• Lead a team of 250+ networking professionals across multiple technologies.
• Drive transformation from MPLS to cloud-based WAN solutions.
• Oversee delivery of networking services in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment.
• Collaborate with partners and vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) to shape roadmap and service innovation.
• Ensure robust network security and operational excellence.
• Maintain strong relationships with Telco providers.

What You'll Bring:

• 10+ years in networking, with MSP and Telco experience.
• Proven leadership of large, globally dispersed technical teams.
• Deep expertise in SDWAN, Cloud WAN, MPLS, and network security.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and AWS.
• CCIE, CCDE or equivalent certification.
• Strong stakeholder management and strategic planning skills.
• Eligible for SC clearance.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of enterprise networking in a fully remote, senior leadership role.

Apply now to lead innovation and transformation at scale.

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