Local candidates will be preferred
A senior technical program manager is a person responsible for overseeing the development and execution of complex technical programs. They work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that network solutions meet the business needs and technical requirements as well as the program is delivered on time and within budget.
Some of the typical duties of a senior technical program manager include:
Defining requirements and project scopes for various technical programs
Managing schedules, resources, and risks across multiple projects
Communicating effectively with stakeholders, engineers, and other teams
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Program Manager to lead our strategic programs such as Prod/Non-Prod Segregation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network architecture, security protocols, enterprise computing and program management.
Primary Responsibility
Program Leadership:
o Develop and execute a comprehensive program strategy for the segregation of production and non-production network environments.
o Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams throughout all phases of the program.
o Define program objectives, scope, deliverables, and timelines.
Network Architecture:
o Collaborate with network & systems engineers and architect to develop detailed network designs and configurations.
o Help evaluate and recommend network technologies, tools, and solutions to support segregation requirements.
Security Compliance:
o Ensure compliance with industry standards regulations, and best practices related to network security and segregation.
o Implement robust security controls and protocols to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
o Support regular audits and assessments to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Risk Management:
o Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities associated with network segregation efforts.
o Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address identified risks.
o Monitor and track risk factors throughout the program lifecycle, implementing proactive measures to minimize risk exposure.
Stakeholder Management:
o Collaborate with key stakeholders, including IT teams, security experts and business leaders to gather requirements and align program objective with organizational goals.
o Communicate program status, updates, and milestones to stakeholder though regular reporting and presentations.
o Address stakeholder concerns and prioritize feedback to ensure successful program delivery.
Skills Required
Bachelor s degree in related field.
8 years of experience in network architecture, design, and implementation.
Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale network segregation programs or similar initiatives.
Ability to deal with ambiguity and define approaches to bring un-focused issues to resolution.
Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to act as a bridge between multiple businesses and technology areas.
Strong sense of ownership and accountability for work
Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.
Experience with network infrastructure technologies, such as routers, switches, firewall, load balancers, server farms, systems, and cloud.
Ability to multitask and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
Experience working with project management tools such as Jira, ensuring effective tracking and management of program tasks and deliverables.
PMP, CCNA, CISSP, or other relevant certifications preferred.