Product Owner : Wan - Network

Offer Description: WAN Infrastructure Transformation Lead

We are seeking a dynamic individual to lead the transformation of our WAN infrastructure by implementing next-generation networking solutions, including SD-WAN and cloud technologies. As the WAN Infrastructure Transformation Lead, you will play a crucial role in providing a robust, efficient, and future-proof network infrastructure that meets the high standards of performance, security, and scalability required by the European Commission.

Key Responsibilities:

• WAN Network Strategy & Leadership: Lead the strategic planning and execution of the WAN transformation project, overseeing the migration to modern, virtualized, and cloud-based WAN solutions.

• Operational Excellence: Manage the daily operations of the WAN infrastructure to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and compliance with SLAs.

• Innovation & Automation in Network Operations: Drive the introduction of automation to streamline WAN configuration management, provisioning, and fault resolution processes.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal IT, network engineering, and infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize new WAN architectures.

• Network Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and improve WAN performance, focusing on reducing latency, increasing throughput, and ensuring reliability across remote sites and various Commission locations.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with external vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate and deploy new WAN technologies.

• Reporting & Monitoring: Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on the progress of the WAN migration project.

• Agile Methodology: As Product Owner, define and prioritize project backlogs, ensure clear communication between technical teams and stakeholders, and ensure iterative progress through sprints.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for driving innovation in network operations and have a proven track record of successfully leading WAN transformation projects, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale WAN infrastructure projects.

• Expertise in WAN technologies like MPLS, SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud-based networking.

• Knowledge of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and QoS in WAN.

• Experience in automating network operations and performance monitoring.

• Effective collaboration, project management, and technical communication skills.

• Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies and product ownership.

• Strong leadership, people management, and stakeholder communication abilities.

• Focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and emerging technologies.

• Must be eligible to a security clearance

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