Network Lead
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**Profile Snapshot** **Title:** Network Lead **Location:** Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates **Position Type:** Full Time **Reporting To:** D&T Director-Innovation, Architecture & IT **Department:** Digital & Technology **Overview:** The Network Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of Agthia Group’s network infrastructure across all operating companies. The role ensures high availability, performance, and security of network services sup
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Overview
- The Network Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of Agthia Group’s network infrastructure across all operating companies.
- The role ensures high availability, performance, and security of network services supporting business operations, digital transformation initiatives, and cloud adoption.
- The role will lead the standardization and optimization of network architecture across multiple geographies, drive network modernization initiatives, and ensure resilient, scalable, and secure connectivity across datacenters, cloud environments, and site locations.
- Additionally, the Network Lead is accountable for delivering operational excellence in network services, ensuring compliance with security policies, and supporting business continuity through robust network design and proactive monitoring.
- How Will You Make An Impact?
- Lead the design, implementation, and standardization of network architecture across all Agthia locations.
- Ensure high availability and performance of network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/WiFi, DC, Cloud connectivity).
- Drive modernization initiatives including WAN transformation, SD-WAN, and cloud networking enablement.
- Oversee day-to-day network operations, incident resolution, and problem management across all regions.
- Optimize network cost and utilization across geographies (links, hardware, licenses).
- Ensure proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning of network services.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (required).
- Relevant industry certifications preferred.
Experience
- 10+ years of experience in network infrastructure, security, and enterprise deployments
- Proven experience in network architecture, design, and large-scale implementations across enterprise environments
- Experience working across multi-site / multi-country environments and complex infrastructures.
- Enterprise networking (Routing & Switching – Cisco-based environments).
- WAN technologies including SD-WAN (large-scale deployments).
- Data center networking (ACI, SDN-based architectures).
- Network security (Firewalls: Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
- Enterprise wireless solutions.
- Cloud networking (Azure integration, hybrid connectivity).
- Network automation (Python, Ansible – basic to intermediate).
- Network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
- High-level and low-level design documentation (HLD / LLD).
- Network security architecture and segmentation.
- Business continuity and disaster recovery design.
- ITIL-based service management processes.
Leadership & Business Competencies
- Leadership & Team Management.
- Vendor & Contract Management.
- Stakeholder Management.
- Communication & Influencing Skills.
- Operational Excellence.
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving.
- Decision Making & Risk Management.
- Continuous Improvement Mindset.
- Customer Experience Focus.
- Planning, Organization & Service Transformation.
- Grow with Agthia – For the Better
- Agthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint.
- We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of region’s largest holding companies.
- Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan.
- We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets.
- With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide.
- Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference.
- With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.”
- Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverage but also making a meaningful impact on the world.
- Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'
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