Senior Network Architect

Key Responsibilities

• End‑to‑End Solution Design – Lead the architecture and detailed design of Core & Edge networking solutions tailored to the unique requirements of an international sports event, including venue design and deployment, broadcast networks, and operational zones.
• Implementation Leadership – Oversee and actively support deployment activities—from hardware roll‑out and configuration to integration with security and monitoring systems.
• Operational Excellence – Provide expert guidance and hands‑on support to operations teams to maintain network stability, performance, and security during Games‑time operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Coordinate closely with venue managers, engineering teams, service providers, and Games operations leadership to align designs and deployments with event timelines and evolving requirements.
• Issue Resolution – Act on complex network incidents, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution to protect critical event services.
• Documentation & Handover – Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, implementation guides, and operational runbooks to support seamless handover to operations.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to optimize designs and processes, drawing from lessons learned in previous large‑scale event networks.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in enterprise networking consulting or solution delivery, ideally for large‑scale or high‑availability environments (e.g., sports events, broadcast, or public venues).
• Proven experience designing and implementing Core & Edge networks, SD‑WAN, LAN / WLAN, and security solutions.
• Strong knowledge of network monitoring, incident management, and operational support processes.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multi‑vendor and cross‑functional teams in time‑critical projects.
• Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with technical teams and senior event stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting international events (sports, entertainment, or similar).
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE).
• Familiarity with Olympic Games technology delivery models and operational constraints.

Technical Competencies

• Deep understanding of Core & Edge network architecture, WiFi concepts, and security integration.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and management tools.
• Ability to create and interpret network diagrams, documentation, and operational playbooks.