The main activities of the VP of Network
is to manage, maintain, implement and promote secured, robust, stable, redundant, Network infrastructure. Explore, evaluate and propose latest technologies in network domain. Lead BAU team for operational activities, any critical incident or task. The person will lead the team ensuring effective service management to meet service-level agreements and control costs.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Lead the Network team responsible for day to day support and project implementation on network infrastructure
Responsible for managing the network infrastructure aspects related to power shutdowns in Data centres and technical rooms, disaster recovery exercises and any other activities affecting the health of the network infrastructures
Provide network design, solution deployment, and technical documentation for network related equipment such as routers, switches, wireless etc.
Prepares the regional budget for the support and maintenance of the network infrastructure area (including voice) ensuring aggressive negotiations, cost-effective solutions and management of the IT spend.
Build and lead a regional team
Must ensure staffing is sufficient and fully competent through recruitment, training and mentoring Manages the relationship with major stakeholders of networks.
Ensure timely and comprehensive reports/updates to stakeholders whenever network incidents occur.
Must build a strong relationship with our internal stakeholders and with vendors.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies responsible for the
configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization
of Cisco-based network infrastructure. This role ensures high availability, security, and performance of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and collaboration tools.
Key Technical Responsibilities:
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Cisco Device Management:
- Configure and maintain Cisco routers (ISR, ASR), switches (Catalyst, Nexus), and firewalls
- Deploy and manage Cisco DNA Center for network automation and assurance.
- Implement VLANs, trunking, STP, and EtherChannel for optimal traffic flow.
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Network Security & Compliance:
- Configure Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) for network access control (802.1X, MAB).
- Enforce ACLs, NAT, and VPN (IPsec, AnyConnect) for secure remote access.
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Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting:
- Use Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SolarWinds, or Wireshark for network monitoring.
- Troubleshoot OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and HSRP routing issues.
- Manage Cisco Access-points or Catalyst wireless controllers for Wi-Fi optimization.
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Backup, Recovery & Documentation:
- Maintain Cisco configuration backups (TFTP, FTP, or Cisco Prime).
- Document network diagrams, IP schemes, and troubleshooting procedures.
Required Technical Skills:
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Certifications:
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) (required).
- CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) (preferred).
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Technical Expertise:
- Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS command-line configuration.
- Cisco SD-WAN, ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure), and DNA Center.
- Network protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, HSRP, QoS).
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Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.
Specific Qualifications (if required) B.E or Equivalent
10+ years of experience in Network services, with minimum 7 years in finance industry
5+ years of experience as Network Architect with focus on network related components i.e. Cisco, Juniper, etc.
Expertise in connectivity and HFT network infrastructure design, implementation and support (CCIE is a strong plus)
Experience with Equity and high-frequency trading (HFT) infrastructure is preferred
Experience on Automating daily network tasks using scripting (Python) preferred
Client-oriented, strong communication and organization skills
Expertise in PMI methodology
Self-starter
Ability to work under pressure
Fluency in English
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills : (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Communication skills - oral & written
Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving
Attention to detail / rigor
Transversal Skills:
Analytical Ability
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Ability to manage a project
Ability to set up relevant performance indicators
Ability to develop and leverage networks
Education Level:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 15 years
