Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical / Telecom / Computer Engineering / Computer Science – HEC Recognized)

• Master’s Degree (Preferred)

• Professional training in Data Center Infrastructure Management preferred.

Core Certifications:

• Cisco CCNP Enterprise / CCNP Data Center (Mandatory Level)

• CCIE Enterprise / Data Center (Strongly Preferred)

• Huawei HCIP / HCIE

• Fortinet NSE 4–7

• VMware VCP-NV

• Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP)

Additional Advantage:

• ITIL Foundation / ITIL Intermediate

• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor

• PMP / PRINCE2

• Certified SD-WAN Specialist

Technical Skills

• Advanced Routing & Switching Architecture

• Data Center Networking (Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VxLAN)

• MPLS, SD-WAN, WAN Optimization

• High Availability & Redundancy Engineering

• Firewall & Network Security Implementation

• Network Automation & Orchestration (Preferred)

• Hybrid Cloud Networking

• SLA-Based Infrastructure Governance

• Performance Monitoring & Capacity Planning

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic technical decision-making

• Strong execution discipline

• Client-facing leadership capability

• Crisis management under pressure

• High accountability & ownership mindset

• Nationwide travel flexibility

• Strong documentation culture

10–15 Years of relevant industry experience in Enterprise & Data Center Networking

Perks & Benefits

At Fortek, we believe in empowering our people. We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

• Annual performance-based increments & bonuses

• Medical facility

• Paid annual, casual & sick leaves

• Gratuity and EOBI benefits

• Training & professional development opportunities

• Collaborative, learning-driven work environment, and much more

Let’s build the future together! ⚡

1. Strategic Network Deployment Leadership (Data Center Active Infrastructure)

• Lead end-to-end deployment of active network infrastructure in Tier II–IV Data Centers.

• Oversee implementation of Spine-Leaf and multi-tier DC architectures.

• Validate redundancy models (Active-Active / Active-Standby / Clustering).

• Lead configuration and commissioning of core, aggregation, and access layers.

• Approve technical designs and ensure alignment with project BOQs.

• Supervise integration with structured cabling, racks, and power systems.

• Ensure commissioning, FAT, SAT, and final client handover compliance.

2. Enterprise & WAN Architecture Integration

• Lead deployment of MPLS, SD-WAN, enterprise WAN connectivity.

• Architect BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS routing environments.

• Implement EVPN-VxLAN and network virtualization technologies.

• Integrate hybrid cloud and on-prem connectivity frameworks.

• Design scalable architectures for multi-site enterprise deployments.

• Oversee bandwidth planning and capacity forecasting.

3. SLA Governance & High Availability Management

• Ensure network uptime aligned with contractual SLAs.

• Establish SLA monitoring frameworks and KPIs.

• Lead major incident management and root cause analysis (RCA).

• Develop escalation matrices for critical outages.

• Conduct resilience and failover testing.

• Drive preventive maintenance strategy for deployed infrastructure.

• Ensure service continuity planning and DR readiness.

4. Network Security & Compliance Oversight

• Lead implementation of NGFW, IPS/IDS, segmentation policies.

• Approve VPN (IPSec/SSL) architecture and secure remote access solutions.

• Oversee network hardening and vulnerability mitigation.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 and cybersecurity frameworks.

• Coordinate audit responses and compliance documentation.

• Drive zero-trust and segmentation strategies where applicable.

5. Program & Project Execution Management

• Manage multiple data center network projects simultaneously.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams (civil, electrical, MEP, IT).

• Approve technical change requests and variation orders.

• Ensure milestone achievement within defined timelines.

• Manage project risks and mitigation plans.

• Report project status to senior management and stakeholders.

• Oversee resource allocation and deployment planning.

6. Technical Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor network engineering teams nationwide.

• Establish technical standards and deployment SOPs.

• Conduct technical reviews and solution validation.

• Guide pre-sales teams on network solution architectures.

• Evaluate new technologies and innovation opportunities.

• Build succession planning within network teams.

7. Vendor & OEM Management

• Act as escalation authority with OEMs and technology partners.

• Validate technical compliance of procured equipment.

• Participate in solution workshops and vendor negotiations.

• Review SLAs and support agreements.

• Ensure warranty and AMC compliance.

8. Documentation & Governance Framework

• Approve final network topology and architecture documentation.

• Ensure configuration management discipline.

• Oversee knowledge repository and documentation control.

• Establish deployment standards and audit trails.

• Ensure structured reporting mechanisms.