NOC Manager - Offshore

PENBROTHERS; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Employee welfare

Global reach

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Penbrothers is partnering with a rapidly growing UK-based technology consultancy to recruit an NOC Manager – Offshore to oversee the offshore NOC team in the Philippines. You will lead 24/7 network monitoring, drive performance, and ensure reliable, secure service for managed networks.

You will supervise engineers, set goals, coach on best practices, and coordinate with other departments to meet deadlines. The role requires strong leadership, deep network knowledge, and a proven track record in

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in network operations and support.
• Strong understanding of network technologies, protocols, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24/7 monitoring of network infrastructure.
• Manage offshore team performance and deliverables.
• Provide leadership and supervision to offshore engineers.
• Set performance goals and conduct evaluations.
• Identify training needs and career progression.
• Develop offshore schedules and resource plans.
• Analyze network performance data and optimize operations.

Skills

Network operations

Network protocols

Leadership

Team supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Decision making

Pressure handling

Education

ITIL Foundation or higher

Job description

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest-growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

The client is a rapidly growing UK-based technology consultancy focused on network architecture, digital infrastructure, and cloud transformation. With deep expertise in designing and delivering robust, secure, and scalable network solutions, they partner with some of the world’s leading organizations in sectors such as finance, media, and enterprise technology.

About the Role

The NOC Manager – Offshore is responsible for overseeing the continuous, efficient, and secure network operations by Opticore’s offshore NOC team in The Philippines. This role is crucial in ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and availability of our managed service customer networks. The NOC Manager - Offshore is responsible managing and driving demand through a team of offshore engineers, ensuring that they meet performance targets and contribute effectively to the organisation's goals. This role involves direct supervision, performance management, delivery and professional development of team members, while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

What You’ll Do (Duties and Responsibilities)

Network Monitoring and Management

• Oversee 24/7 monitoring of network infrastructure, ensuring real-time detection and resolution of issues
• Implement and maintain monitoring tools and systems to ensure network health and performance
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for network operations

Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Address and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise within the offshore team
• Make informed decisions to support the offshore team’s objectives and overall organizational goals
• Encourage team members to contribute ideas and participate in problem-solving

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Provide leadership and supervision to offshore team members
• Ensure that offshore team members understand their roles and responsibilities and have the resources needed to perform their tasks
• Create a motivating work environment and encourage teamwork and collaboration

Performance Management

• Set clear performance goals and objectives for offshore team members
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback
• Address performance issues promptly and develop performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Recognize and reward high performance

Professional Development

• Identify training and development needs for offshore team members
• Provide opportunities for skill development and career progression
• Mentor and coach offshore team members to help them achieve their full potential
• Support team members in setting and achieving their professional goals

Work Planning and Coordination

• Develop and implement work plans and offshore schedules to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks
• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational requirements
• Monitor progress and make adjustments as necessary to stay on track with goals and deadlines
• Coordinate activities with other departments and teams as needed

Performance and Optimisation

• Analyse network performance data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement
• Implement optimization strategies to enhance network efficiency and reliability

What You Bring (Skills, Qualifications or Experience)

Essential Skills:

• Extensive experience in network operations and support
• Strong understanding of network technologies, protocols, and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Desirable Skills:

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Level
• ITIL Foundation or higher
• Empathy and emotional intelligence
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Strategic thinking and planning abilities
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Our Hiring Process & AI Disclaimer: We use AI tools to streamline our application process—including an initial conversation with an AI Interviewer.All hiring decisions are made entirely by humans:our Talent Acquisition team guides your full candidate journey and makes all evaluation decisions.

You are welcome to use AI for CV refinement and research, but real-time AI assistance during interviews or skill assessments is strictly prohibited to ensure an authentic evaluation.

What You’ll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.
• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.
• Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.