Network Operations Technical Lead Americas - 16554

WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services.  We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions to our clients and maintaining a robust IT operation to support our employees worldwide. WSPs vast global network is today comprised of over 1,000 offices, 29 data centres, 1,300 data circuits, and used by over 65,000 users.  

POSITION SUMMARY 

To ensure the efficient operation of WSPs internal network services in the AMERICAS Hub, we are seeking a talented and experienced Network Operations Technical Lead. This role will be part of the IT Operations team and report to the IT Infrastructure Operations Manager in the designated Hub. The overall team is dedicated to support IT infrastructure operations which includes network, compute, cloud, and workplace systems and services.  You will manage and maintain all aspects of network operations with a primary focus on the services within the designated Hub.  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

Related to Network services and infrastructure: 

• Acting as senior agent representing all operational activities. 

• Mentoring and providing oversight, coaching, and training to technical support staff. 

• Guiding team members with troubleshooting technical issues. 

• Supporting the specialists to manage, monitor, and tune overall service performance, stability, and security. 

• Contributing to all operational activities as needed. 

• Oversight and support of all related service supplier and/or manufacturer activities. 

• Be the point of contact when it comes to technical escalations. 

• On-board new technical support team members. 

• Monitor service performance and report on metrics. 

• Establish work specifications and technical direction. 

• Actively work with the Build and Service Excellence teams to stay informed on service improvement opportunities, regulations, trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. 

• Participate in a follow the sun model to ensure global support. 

• Participate and collaborate in implementing redundant systems, policies, and procedures for business continuity. 

• Participate and collaborate in implementing new requirements and/or new services. 

• Participate and coordinate the work associated to preventive maintenance. 

• Ability to provide on-call support and extended working hours when called on and willingness to accept periodic rotation.  

ACADEMIC AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

The ideal candidate would meet all, or most of the below criteria: 

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree an asset. 

• At least 8+ years relevant and practical experience in a network operations role and technical leadership. 

• Advanced in-depth and broad knowledge of network services and infrastructure.  

• Vendor certifications not a requirement, proven practical experience preferred. 

• Experience working in large/global enterprise IT with multiple distributed branch/campus sites. 

• Experience of working within ITIL aligned Service Management organisation. 

• Practical experience in managing, operating, and troubleshooting large, complex, multi-vendor networks that include WAN, Wired & Wireless LAN, Perimeter Security, Security Services Edge (SSE), Application Delivery Controllers/ Load Balancing, Cloud Networking, and Remote Access VPN. 

• Experience in managing networks that encompass the following technologies is advantageous: 

• Software-Defined-WAN (preferably Aruba/Silver Peak) 

• Cloud Networking (preferably Microsoft Azure) 

• Cloud-based Internet Security (preferably Zscaler Internet Access) 

• Unified Communications (preferably Microsoft Teams) 

• Remote Access Solutions (preferably Zscaler Private Access & Cisco AnyConnect) 

• Multi-vendor LAN switching (preferably Cisco and Aruba) 

• Multi-vendor wireless LAN (preferably Cisco and Aruba) 

• Next Generation Perimeter firewall technologies (preferably Palo Alto) 

• Application Delivery Controllers & Load Balancing (preferably F5 Networks) 

• Identity and Access Control Policy platform (preferably Cisco Identify Services Engine) 

• Experience in Network Automation and DevOps practices is highly desirable. 

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES/ OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

• Excellent written and spoken English is required.   

• Competency in French or Spanish is an asset. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to interact with all layers of management, across Hub and workstream boundaries. 

• Able to serve as a strategic advisor and contribute to overall IT service performance. 

• Can translate complex business and technical needs into objectives and deliverables. 

• Ability to work independently across multiple areas with general business direction, as needed. 

• Strong ability to lead, coach, and mentor employees at all levels. 

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with excellent documentation abilities. 

• Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills with the ability of providing solutions to highly complex problems. 

• Demonstrated experience in understanding and demonstrating compliance with information security requirements. 

• Knowledge and experience in performing information security practices in the management and delivery of infrastructure and operations.