Overview
Experteer Overview In this role you help shape Vodafone’s connectivity by leading high- and low-level network design, optimization, and deployment. You will ensure end-to-end quality, standardize configurations, and oversee implementation across regions, including virtualization and SDN initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure a reliable, scalable network while aligning with cyber security and operational standards. This is a hands-on, impact-driven position in a global, diverse environment where your work directly supports innovative services for customers and the business.
Benefits
* Lead high- and low-level design activities and network optimization to improve end-to-end quality
* Provide HLDs/LLDs, create templates, modularize configurations, and standardize implementation items
* Ensure network fit-for-purpose across service layers including capacity and utilization considerations
* Implement virtualization and segregation concepts; conduct POC validation
* Manage efficient implementation processes to reduce design/implementation costs and harmonize infrastructure
* Own CAPEX budgeting: forecasting, planning, allocation, and approval administration
* Oversee deployment to operations, conduct training, and manage Change Management planning
* Supervise external vendors and 3rd parties; ensure QA in design/implementation
* Support testing, acceptance, auditing, and handover to Operations; manage test environments and test catalogs/plans
* Drive knowledge transfer and skill development within the Network Implementation team
* Ensure network documentation quality and alignment with Cyber Security architecture
* Support data population and accuracy of Asset- and Change Management databases
* Harmonize network standards across regions/local markets and drive SDN innovation
* Foster collaboration with engineering, implementation, and operations teams across Vodafone
* Share expertise to develop harmonized regional solutions and contribute to Cyber Security initiatives
Responsibilities
* Academic degree and/or at least 5 years’ experience in IT supporting large heterogeneous infrastructures
* Experience in project management
* R&S CCNA or CCNP and Fortinet NSE6 or FCSS; SD-WAN certifications strongly recommended
* Professional xjrgpwk certifications for advanced office LAN management (perimeter protection, traffic control, resilience) are essential
* Goal-oriented with initiative and responsibility
* Fluent in English (spoken and written); Italian an advantage
Qualifications
* Academic degree and/or at least 5 years’ experience in IT supporting large heterogeneous infrastructures
* Experience in project management
* R&S CCNA or CCNP and Fortinet NSE6 or FCSS; SD-WAN certifications strongly recommended
* Professional certifications for advanced office LAN management (perimeter protection, traffic control, resilience) are essential
* Goal-oriented with initiative and responsibility
* Fluent in English (spoken and written); Italian an advantage
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