Divisional Head Network Planning & Operations

Brief Job Role / Expertise:

• Responsible for project planning and keeping the same aligned with Bank’s Strategic and Operation plans;
• Technical leadership in design, architecture and administration through identifying problem areas and upholding product quality;
• Provide action plans to mitigate risk and devise strategies to implement them;
• Ensure 24x7x365 availability of Network Operations across the bank;
• Responsible for providing leadership & technological guidance to fulfill Networks planning & operations division need;
• To develop projects and execution plan including requirements, risks, schedule, and testing;
• Revisions of the DR/BCP plans and testing/exercises based upon changes in business operations, audit recommendations, and test results;
• Manage vendor relationships with service providers and technology manufacturers;
• Responsible for the enterprise-wide effectiveness and efficiency of the network operations, service delivery/support and disaster recovery;
• Lead strategic infrastructure applications planning to achieve firm business goals by prioritizing technology initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technologies;
• Coach and Mentor Network Planning & Operations teams to facilitate ongoing career growth and development;
• Comply with SBP regulations related to Networks & Communication services country wide;
• Preparation and Maintenance of revenue and capital expenditure budgets of the Network Planning & Operations division;
• Ensure Information Security, audit and compliance requirements according to best international practices;
• Any other assignment assigned by higher management as and when required;
• Diverse experience in IP Networks. NGFW, ACI, SDA/SDWAN and contemporary network technologies;
• Thorough knowledge of Network planning, design, security, regulatory requirements, banking operations, policies and procedures;
• Should possess good leadership, motivational, team building, interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualification:

• Preferably Masters or at least Bachelor’s degree in relevant field from a reputed university.

Experience Required:

Preferably 10 to 12 years of experience at a financial institution/IT Services.

Location:

Lahore