Network Team Lead (Infrastructure / Security / Project Management) HSW

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Network Manager to develop and manage network infrastructure. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, extensive experience in network management, and strong leadership skills. This role involves overseeing a team, managing budgets, and ensuring network security and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network administration and engineering.
• Experience in a leadership or management role.
• Proficiency with enterprise-grade hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for network infrastructure.
• Manage the network budget and vendor relationships.
• Lead and mentor a team of network engineers.

Skills

Networking protocols knowledge

Network security expertise

Leadership skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco hardware

Fortinet hardware

Network monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix)

Job description

Job Description

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for the network infrastructure, anticipating future needs and technology trends.


• Establish and enforce network policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance and security.


• Manage the network budget, including forecasting, procurement, and vendor management.


• Provide regular reports to senior management on network performance, project status, and risk assessment.


• Design, configure, install, and maintain all network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and wireless controllers.


• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues proactively to ensure high availability and reliability.


• Implement and manage robust network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware from cyber threats.


• Ensure network compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., CIS Guidelines, ISO27001).


• Lead incident response efforts for any network security breaches.


• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers and administrators.


• Delegate tasks, set priorities, and manage the team's workload effectively.


• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.


• Lead and manage complex network projects from conception to completion, including network upgrades, expansions, and cloud migrations.


• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.


• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.


• Manage project execution, tracking milestones, and mitigating risks to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.


• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.


• Communicate project status, issues, and risks effectively to all stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network administration and engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role.


• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering network projects.


• Expert knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, EIGRP, VLANs, SD-WAN, QoS).


• Hands‑on experience with enterprise‑grade hardware from vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Ruckus, Peplink or similar.


• Strong expertise in network security, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC, and VPNs.


• Proficiency with network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. Zabbix, PRTG, Wireshark, Nagios).


• Relevant certifications are preferred (e.g. CCNP/CCIE, NSE).


• Strong leadership and team‑building skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a technical team.


• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.


• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.


• Experience in managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.


• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions.

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