IT Network Practice Head -DataCenter Network Infrastructure Management - London/Amsterdam/Helsi ...

IT Network Practice Head - Data Center Network Infrastructure Management - London/Amsterdam/Helsinki/Zurich Industry Principal - Infrastructure Management

Company

ITL UK

Requisition ID

131085BR

Position Title: Network (Datacenter/Enterprise) Practice Head - Europe

Company & Location: Switzerland / Germany / UK - Europe

Job Description -

• Candidate with extensive experience in Network Practice - IT infrastructure (Datacenter, Distribution, and Edge Networks of an enterprise) domain with deep experience in the EU region for Transformation & Managed Services solutions.
• Candidate should possess all necessary skills around enterprise data/voice network & data security understanding.
• The candidate must be able to lead a global team of Network professionals across geographies to provide techno-commercial solutions and contribute with innovations and best practices leading to business growth.
• The candidate must confidently articulate and present solutions, with experience in inception, evaluation, and comparison of Enterprise Network Technology concepts & business value propositions.
• The candidate should be able to work in a multifaceted work culture, managing complex technical integrations and collaborating with local and international partner ecosystems.

Primary Skills

1. Business Growth: Establish growth of practice for revenue & size.
2. Technology: Prepare competitive enterprise network solutions covering data/voice technologies, integration with other IT infrastructure, AIOps/GenAI tools, and security solutions. Understand financial and competitive aspects of "Network as a Service".
3. Solutions: Present and defend solutions with compelling value propositions.
4. Integration: Collaborate with alliances and other practice teams for integrated solutions.
5. Team Management: Support and lead the Network solutions team for transformation and managed services.
6. Emerging Technologies: Innovate in SDLAN, SDWAN, Wireless/Wi-Fi, 5G, AI, and related areas.
7. Global Ecosystem: Increase visibility and awareness within CIS and broader ecosystems.
8. Alliance Relations: Foster collaborations with partners to boost innovation and growth.
9. Analyst Relations: Maintain relations with key research organizations.
10. Technical Support: Provide support for Network Transformation projects.
11. Escalation Management: Support escalations in Managed Services and Operations.

Secondary Skills

• Deep understanding of enterprise solutions, network technologies, and M&A integration.
• Proven practice management skills focusing on growth and readiness.
• Knowledge of AI, GenAI, and network automation.
• Experience in chaos engineering, security audits, and MIS reporting.
• Proficiency in IoT VAPT, Zero Trust Security, and orchestration.
• Understanding of core domain stacks like LDAP, AD Federation, DNS, remote access solutions.
• Ability to operate autonomously, analyze requisitions, perform RCA, and manage capacity.

Soft Skills

• Documentation & Presentation Skills
• Analytical & Negotiation Skills
• Financial and Contract Management Skills
• Team Management Skills
• Partner & Ecosystem Management Skills

Qualifications

• Engineering or equivalent degree in IT.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT management, with successful management of Network Practice/projects and multicultural teams.
• Experience in solutions and sales of IT Infrastructure - Network Technologies within EU.

Languages and Cultural Flexibility

• Experience working with and managing globally diverse teams.
• Proficiency in English.