Delivery Manager Enterprise Network

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Lead (GB05) to own and drive end-to-end network architecture, operations, and optimization across multi-cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, OCI, and GCP).

The role requires deep expertise in cloud networking constructs, hybrid connectivity, routing, security controls, and high-availability architectures.

The candidate will lead design, implementation, and 247 operations of scalable, secure, and resilient network infrastructure supporting enterprise and customer-facing applications, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cloud Network Operations (Multi-Cloud)

Operate and manage cloud networking across: oAzure: VNets, Subnets, NSGs, UDRs, VNet Peering, vWAN, ExpressRoute; oAWS: VPCs, Subnets, Route Tables, Security Groups, Transit Gateway, VPC Peering, Direct Connect; oGCP: VPCs, Subnets, Firewall Rules, VPC Peering, Cloud Router, Interconnect; oOCI: VCNs, Subnets, Route Tables, DRG, Local/Remote Peering, FastConnect

Hybrid Connectivity Routing

Manage and optimize hybrid network connectivity across on-prem DC/DR and cloud platforms.

Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, static routing, route redistribution, ECMP, and traffic engineering.

Ensure seamless routing across ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Interconnect, and IPSec VPNs.

Peering Network Architecture

Own VNet/VPC/VCN peering strategies, hub-and-spoke architectures, and transit networking models.

Implement centralized architectures using Azure vWAN hubs, AWS Transit Gateway, OCI DRG hubs.

Design and manage multi-region, multi-cloud connectivity models.

Network Security Controls

Manage native cloud security controls: Azure NSGs, Azure Firewall; AWS Security Groups, NACLs; GCP Firewall Rules

Implement segmentation, ingress/egress control, and secure connectivity patterns.

Ensure compliance with security best practices and policies.

Monitoring Incident Management

Monitor cloud network performance, availability, and traffic flows using native and third-party tools.

Drive incident management in a 247 environment, including troubleshooting, escalation, and RCA.

Ensure minimal downtime and rapid recovery for critical applications.

Change Management Documentation

Govern network changes across multi-cloud environments using standard processes.

Maintain accurate HLD/LLD, network diagrams, IPAM, SOPs, and runbooks.

Ensure adherence to ITIL processes for change, incident, and problem management.

Additional Accountabilities (Advanced / Leadership Expectations)

Architecture Strategy

Define and evolve the enterprise cloud network architecture across Azure, AWS, OCI, and GCP.

Drive standardization of network designs, naming conventions, IP addressing, and connectivity models.

Lead architecture reviews for new applications and cloud onboarding.

Automation DevOps

Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM/Bicep, CloudFormation.

Automate network provisioning, configuration validation, and drift detection.

Integrate cloud networking into CI/CD pipelines.

Performance Optimization

Optimize network performance for latency, throughput, and cost efficiency.

Implement traffic optimization strategies such as regional routing, failover design, and load balancing.

Conduct regular capacity planning and performance reviews.

Security Compliance Leadership

Ensure network configurations comply with internal security policies and audit requirements.

Support cloud security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation tasks.

Drive implementation of Zero Trust principles and secure network access models.

Leadership Governance

Act as technical lead and escalation point for complex network issues.

Mentor engineers and guide partner/vendor teams.

Drive governance standards, best practices, and operational excellence across environments.

Key Decisions / Dimensions

Approve network architecture designs and connectivity strategies.

Decide routing, peering, and failover configurations across cloud platforms.

Recommend tools, automation frameworks, and network solutions.

Ownership of cloud networking costs, bandwidth utilization, and optimization initiatives.

Major Challenges

Managing complex multi-cloud networking environments with consistent architecture and governance.

Ensuring seamless integration between on-prem and multiple cloud providers.

Optimizing network performance while controlling costs across clouds.

Maintaining high availability and low latency for critical applications.

Handling multi-vendor dependencies and rapidly evolving cloud services.

Required Qualifications and Experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

a) Educational Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications, or related field.

b) Work Experience Certifications

Must Have

68+ years of experience in networking with strong cloud networking expertise.

Hands-on knowledge of Azure, AWS, GCP, and OCI networking services.

Strong expertise in routing (BGP, OSPF), peering, and hybrid connectivity.

Experience with hub-spoke architectures, Transit Gateway, Azure vWAN, DRG.

Proven experience in handling multi-cloud environments and critical operations.

Good to Have

Certifications: AZ 700, AWS Advanced Networking, GCP Network Engineer, OCI Architect.

Experience in automation using Terraform, Python, Ansible.

Exposure to network security, firewalls, and Zero Trust architecture.

Soft Skills

Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Ability to manage high-pressure production environments.

Proactive, solution-oriented, and strategic thinking mindset.