Position Information
Department/Section: Technology CT Planning & Deployment
Job Title:IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Specialist
Reports to:IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Team Leader
Job Purpose
The IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Specialist is responsible for the IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Team Leader to manage the design, deployment and configuration of technology infrastructure networks elements in alignment to the business demand, technology architecture and roadmaps.
Key Tasks/Accountabilities
* Manage the planning, deployment and configuration of IP transport infrastructure elements, including; data networks, DC networks, connectivity for BSS / OSS solutions, corporate offices/shops, IP security, core and edge IP/MPLS backbone (Edge, Core IP equipment) and IGWs.
* Develop IP transport plans based on business forecasts and scope deployment projects (produce PIP).
* Follow up on IP and IGW architecture design and technology evolution and assess architectural feasibility of IP requirements.
* Participate in the technology business planning cycle through identification of annual project plans and cost estimates .
* Evaluate business requests, scope projects (if change is not configuration/feature related) and maintain project pipeline.
* Participate in demand planning and management committee for feedback on development and project prioritization.
* Manage the deployment lifecycle, manage infrastructure deployment through vendors (in case of out-tasking/outsourcing), assess vendor performance and provide regular reports and feedback to program management governance (PMO) and vendor mgmt.
* Lead PAT (platform acceptance tests) and ensure smooth handover to operations.
* Perform capacity upgrades in line with service capacity management. guidelines and current cap. status.
* Provide 3rd level support in coordination with vendors as needed.
* Design & implement testing systems that mirror the live conditions and IP node specific NMS SolarWinds.
* Design and implement security requirements for broadband technology infrastructure (LTE, IMS, NGN, etc.); Ensure an integrated IP transport design across technology.
* Liaise with international carriers and OLOs on setting up new interconnections.
* Participate in the development of RFP scopes/specifications/response assessment in alignment with vendor management.
* Design and implement strategic projects (part of the technology roadmap).
* Ensure compliance with all applicable policies & regulatory requirements in information security.
Qualifications/Experience/Skills
Qualifications/Experience: -
- B.Sc. in Computer/Telecommunication Engineering or Computer science. Or any related discipline.
- Previous experience of minimum 2 years inrelevant role.
- Industry certificates (e.g. CCIE, CISSP, HCIE etc.) is preferable.
- In-depth knowledge and experience of IT telecom applications.
- Excellent understanding of business processes and business rules.
- Design and Deployment of IP networks and security low level and high-level designs.
- Good experience and knowledge of IP systems installation, upgrade, and configuration (definition of cards/modules, deployment, and application of node configuration scripts).
- Good experience and knowledge of systems/ security tech and protocols (e.g. VOIP, Firewalls, Authentication).
- Strong knowledge and experience in managing, dealing with IT infrastructure elements like storage, backup, operating systems, virtualization, etc.
- Hands- on experience in IP Project delivery management.
Skills: -
- High developed communication, both oral and written in both Arabic and English.
- Highly developed skills in use of relevant IT packages including Excel. Word, PowerPoint etc.
- Ability to build excellent relationships with key suppliers/customers.
- Ability to influence others and make effective judgements on available data.
- Ability to impart knowledge to others in a 1-2-1 and 1-2-many environments.
- Ability to interpret and apply best practice methods/processes.
- Excellent numeracy skills
- Vender management skills.
- Project management.
- Planning and organizing skills.
Typical Performance Measures
* IP network planning and deployment completed within agreed timelines.
* Compliance with approved network design and technical standards.
* Successful implementation of IP infrastructure projects.
* Improvement of network capacity, performance, and reliability.
* Timely resolution and escalation of technical issues.
* Accurate network documentation and project handover.
* Compliance with technical, security, and safety standards.
