Network Manager - Global IT Infrastructure
Glasgow (Hybrid - 3 days in office / 2 days from home)
Full-Time | 37.5 hrs/week | Flexibility required to support global teams
Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of global network infrastructure?
Excellent opportunity for a high achieving, forward-thinking Network Manager to join a global technology team at a pivotal moment of transformation.
This newly created position offers the chance to lead a high-performing, globally distributed team of engineers and be at the forefront of our strategic SD-WAN project rollout. Reporting directly to the Global Infrastructure Leader, you'll be both a technical authority and a people-focused leader, ensuring their network is robust, efficient, and future-ready.
Your Role
As Network Manager, you will:
* Drive strategic decisions and technical leadership for our global network infrastructure.
* Manage a talented team of 8-9 Network Engineers across the UK and global offices.
* Champion the implementation of SD-WAN to boost resilience and performance.
* Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to deliver first-class service and support.
* Balance day-to-day operations with project delivery in a dynamic, enterprise-scale environment.
What You'll Bring
Focus is not as hands-on on however, you will have a technical background (see below) managing the team, responsible for network, technology choices, and being at the forefront of the SD-WAN project.
Core Experience
* Extensive enterprise networking experience across multi-site LANs/WANs.
* Strong background in Cisco technologies (Nexus 3K/9K, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
* Solid understanding of firewall technologies (Palo Alto, Fortinet), VPNs, and MPLS.
* Deep expertise in wireless networking (Aruba), cloud networking, and SD-WAN deployment.
* Hands-on knowledge of network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, F5).
* Demonstrated experience managing vendors, SLAs, and multi-million-pound budgets.
Leadership & Strategy
* Line management of global teams with proven mentoring ability.
* Strategic input into vendor negotiations and IT service improvement.
* Ability to present complex concepts clearly to senior, non-technical audiences.
* Experience in 24x7 support models blending internal and third-party support.
Desirable skills and experience
* Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, NSE4/7 or similar.
* Knowledge of Zero Trust, ZTNA, and SASE architectures.
* Experience in automation/IaC (Ansible, Terraform, Python).
* Familiarity with GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and ITSM/ITIL environments.
* Exposure to cloud platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP.
Why this role?
You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of network capabilities across a global organisation. From spearheading cloud-based transitions to leading innovation in SD-WAN and automation, this is your opportunity to make your mark in a role that combines leadership, strategy, and technical excellence.
This role isn't just about keeping the lights on. It's about setting the direction for where their network goes next.
Location & Working Style
The team is based in Glasgow, operating on a hybrid model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). While UK hours are standard, flexibility is key as you'll be collaborating with their global team.
Apply now and help build a smarter, faster, and more secure global network.
This role will offer a competitive market salary and benefits package.
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