Key Responsibilities:
* Lead end-to-end project management for network infrastructure upgrades, expansions, and migrations.
* Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
* Coordinate with internal IT teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
* Monitor project progress and proactively address risks, issues, and changes.
* Ensure compliance with security standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
* Manage procurement of hardware, software, and services related to network projects.
* Provide regular status updates and reports to leadership and stakeholders.
* Conduct post-project reviews and implement lessons learned.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
* 5+ years of experience in network infrastructure or IT project management.
* Strong understanding of networking technologies (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches).
* Proven experience managing large-scale network deployments or upgrades.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
* PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.
* Experience with ITIL practices is a plus.
Preferred Attributes:
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Experience in managing projects with security clearance requirements (e.g., NV1/NV2).
* Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) is advantageous.