Network Manager

Join Waystone’s IT Platforms team as Network Manager, taking ownership of all networking across our global estate. Reporting to the Director of IT Platforms and managing one direct report, you’ll lead the network function end-to-end — spanning Azure, AWS and OCI cloud networking, Meraki SD-WAN, LAN, and ISP relationships. You’ll set the strategy, drive delivery, and ensure our network infrastructure is resilient, secure, and fit for growth.

Requirements

• Manage and develop one direct report, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Lead on all networking activities from design to deployment.
• Maintain and manage cloud and on-premises network infrastructure.
• Contribute to infrastructure projects from a networking perspective.
• Collaborate with external partners for office network and firewall management.
• Monitor systems and ensure alerts are addressed promptly.
• Manage licenses and software updates for various network platforms.
• Act as the senior escalation point for all network issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Manage Meraki SD-WAN across all locations, including configuration, policy, and optimisation.
• Own ISP relationships, contract renewals, SLA management, and connectivity procurement across all office locations.
• Oversee office location network and infrastructure upgrades/changes. Including disaster recovery testing.