Network Operations Manager

4 days ago


Halifax, Calderdale, United Kingdom Activate Group Limited Full time

**Overview**


At Activate Group Limited, we are seeking a skilled Network Operations Manager to join our team. As a key member of our IT department, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our internal network, applications, and IT infrastructure to ensure stability, security, and high performance.



**Salary:** £45,000 - £55,000 per annum



Job Description:

As a Network Operations Manager, your primary responsibility will be to design and implement secure network architectures, including DHCP/DNS, switches, VLANs, VPNs, and enterprise-grade firewalls. You will also oversee network segmentation, security zones, and implement zero-trust principles across the infrastructure.



Key Responsibilities:


  • Design and implement secure network architectures.
  • Oversee network segmentation, security zones, and implement zero-trust principles.
  • Configure and optimize core networking, including BGP routing, OSPF implementations, and SD-WAN solutions.
  • Manage QoS policies, traffic shaping, and high-availability network configurations.
  • Implement and maintain network security following NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework and ISO 27001 standards.
  • Design and implement security controls aligned with Cyber Essentials Plus requirements.
  • Implement container networking, including CNI solutions, network policies, and service mesh architectures.
  • Perform advanced system administration tasks, including Linux, Kubernetes, and Windows server management, Active Directory, AAD Connect, and user management.
  • Diagnose, investigate, and resolve major incidents or service requests promptly, adhering to service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Conduct thorough analysis of recurring issues, proposing long-term solutions to improve reliability and performance.
  • Lead IT-related projects, provide pre- and post-support, and conduct site surveys with accompanying technical documentation.
  • Oversee virtual server environments, both cloud and on-premises virtualized and storage networking, handling resource allocation and virtual machine performance.
  • Manage device configuration through MDM/Intune and oversee O365 applications (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).
  • Develop and maintain network automation frameworks using modern SDN principles.
  • Implement configuration management and network templating solutions.
  • Maintain detailed records of network configurations, security policies, and infrastructure changes for future reference and audit purposes.
  • Implement and maintain comprehensive network and security monitoring solutions to identify and address potential issues before they impact users.


Requirements:


  • Strong experience with enterprise networking, including WAN/LAN design, BGP, and implementing enterprise firewall platforms.
  • Expert knowledge in administering and managing Windows, Linux, and container environments, including Kubernetes, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
  • Proven experience with network automation and scripting using PowerShell, Python, or Ansible.
  • Advanced understanding of network security architecture and zero-trust principles.
  • In-depth experience with cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructure management.
  • Strong knowledge of monitoring solutions and proactive system maintenance.
  • Proven track record of technical project delivery and major incident management.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to lead technical teams.
  • Solution-oriented approach with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Flexible and collaborative mindset with ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Relevant technical certifications such as CKA, CCNP, Azure, or equivalent experience.
  • ITIL Foundation v4 certification (desirable).


Benefits:


  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Personal health cash plan – claim back the cost of things like dentist and optical check-ups
  • Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption / shared parental pay
  • Life assurance: three times basic salary
  • Free breakfasts and fruit
  • Birthday surprise for everybody


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