Network Opertaions Manager

Power Bridge; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Long-term savings plan with employer-m

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Power Bridge in Bengaluru is seeking a Network Operations Manager to design, implement, and oversee comprehensive network and security solutions for clients. You will lead architecture and deployment efforts, ensure compliance, and drive seamless integrations of routers, switches, firewalls and related components.

The role requires deep expertise in network architecture and security practices, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while traveling as needed to

Qualifications

• 8+ years in network engineering and IT security.
• 4+ years in a solution architect or similar role.
• CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or CISSP preferred.
• Deep expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS.
• Willingness to travel to engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Gather detailed client requirements and business objectives.
• Assess current networks and security postures to design solutions.
• Develop scalable network architectures and security frameworks.
• Define implementation plans and coordinate timelines.
• Lead teams to deliver deployments and ensure milestones.
• Evaluate technologies to meet client needs and advise.
• Produce documentation for designs and configurations.
• Transfer knowledge to client teams and provide support.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Solution architecture

Network design

Security integration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Net Eng/Cybersecurity

CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or CISSP certification

Tools

Wireshark

SolarWinds

Nagios

PRTG

Job description

About Us

Power Bridge is a customer centric AV & IT Infrastructure Solution & Services Provider, pivoting to bridge the Gap between innovative IT products, solutions and Customer needs.

Power Bridge is a customer centric AV & IT Infrastructure Solution & Services Provider, pivoting to bridge the Gap between innovative IT products, solutions and Customer needs. With Offices in Bangalore (HQ) and Hyderabad, we boast the capabilities and operational excellence to execute projects for our customers across India. Our Passionate teams across business functions work in tandem with our Industry leading Technology partners to deliver hassle-free technology upgrades projects with time bound SLA's. We are seeking a skilled and visionary Network Operations Manager specializing in Networking, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive network and security solutions. This role involves collaborating with clients to understand their needs, crafting tailored solutions, and ensuring the integration of advanced networking and security technologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network architecture and security practices, along with the ability to drive successful implementations and offer strategic guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to gather detailed requirements and understand their business objectives.
• Assess existing network infrastructures and security postures to provide tailored recommendations.
• Develop robust and scalable network architectures that align with client needs and industry best practices.
• Design comprehensive security frameworks to protect client networks against various threats and vulnerabilities.
• Define implementation strategies and plans for deploying network and security solutions.
• Coordinate with implementation teams to ensure adherence to architectural designs and project timelines.
• Evaluate and recommend network and security technologies that meet client requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to provide innovative solutions.
• Oversee the integration of network and security solutions within client environments.
• Ensure seamless deployment of systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other network components.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to validate the functionality, performance, and security of implemented solutions.
• Address any issues identified during testing and ensure solutions meet client specifications.
• Produce detailed documentation for network designs, security configurations, and implementation processes.
• Conduct knowledge transfer sessions to ensure client teams understand and can effectively manage new systems.
• Ensure all solutions comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Implement best practices for network design, security, and management.
• Collaborate with project managers to oversee project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and support to project teams and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), or similar are preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in network engineering and IT security, with at least 4 years in a solution architect or similar role.
• Deep expertise in designing and implementing complex network architectures and security solutions.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security technologies.
• Proven experience with network management and monitoring tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Willingness to travel as required to engage with clients and support project implementations.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• Long-term benefit savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.