Department/Section:   Technology CT Planning & Deployment

Job Title:       IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Specialist

Reports to:   IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Team Leader

The IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Specialist is responsible for the IP Infrastructure Planning & Deployment Team Leader to manage the design, deployment and configuration of technology infrastructure networks elements in alignment to the business demand, technology architecture and roadmaps.

• Manage the planning, deployment and configuration of IP transport infrastructure elements, including; data networks, DC networks, connectivity for BSS / OSS solutions, corporate offices/shops, IP security, core and edge IP/MPLS backbone (Edge, Core IP equipment) and IGWs.

• Develop IP transport plans based on business forecasts and scope deployment projects (produce PIP).

• Follow up on IP and IGW architecture design and technology evolution and assess architectural feasibility of IP requirements.

• Participate in the technology business planning cycle through identification of annual project plans and cost estimates .

• Evaluate business requests, scope projects (if change is not configuration/feature related) and maintain project pipeline.

• Participate in demand planning and management committee for feedback on development and project prioritization.

• Manage the deployment lifecycle, manage infrastructure deployment through vendors (in case of out-tasking/outsourcing), assess vendor performance and provide regular reports and feedback to program management governance (PMO) and vendor mgmt.

• Lead PAT (platform acceptance tests) and ensure smooth handover to operations.

• Perform capacity upgrades in line with service capacity management. guidelines and current cap. status.

• Provide 3^rd level support in coordination with vendors as needed.

• Design & implement testing systems that mirror the live conditions and IP node specific NMS SolarWinds.

• Design and implement security requirements for broadband technology infrastructure (LTE, IMS, NGN, etc.); Ensure an integrated IP transport design across technology.

• Liaise with international carriers and OLOs on setting up new interconnections.

• Participate in the development of RFP scopes/specifications/response assessment in alignment with vendor management.

• Design and implement strategic projects (part of the technology roadmap).

• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies & regulatory requirements in information security.

Qualifications/Experience: -

• B.Sc. in Computer/Telecommunication Engineering or Computer science. Or any related discipline.

• Previous experience of minimum 2 years in relevant role.

• Industry certificates (e.g. CCIE, CISSP, HCIE etc.) is preferable.

• In-depth knowledge and experience of IT telecom applications.

• Excellent understanding of business processes and business rules.

• Design and Deployment of IP networks and security low level and high-level designs.

• Good experience and knowledge of IP systems installation, upgrade, and configuration (definition of cards/modules, deployment, and application of node configuration scripts).

• Good experience and knowledge of systems/ security tech and protocols (e.g. VOIP, Firewalls, Authentication).

• Strong knowledge and experience in managing, dealing with IT infrastructure elements like storage, backup, operating systems, virtualization, etc.

• Hands- on experience in IP Project delivery management.

Skills: -

• High developed communication, both oral and written in both Arabic and English.

• Highly developed skills in use of relevant IT packages including Excel. Word, PowerPoint etc.

• Ability to build excellent relationships with key suppliers/customers.

• Ability to influence others and make effective judgements on available data.

• Ability to impart knowledge to others in a 1-2-1 and 1-2-many environments.

• Ability to interpret and apply best practice methods/processes.

• Excellent numeracy skills

• Vender management skills.

• Project management.

• Planning and organizing skills.

• IP network planning and deployment completed within agreed timelines.

• Compliance with approved network design and technical standards.

• Successful implementation of IP infrastructure projects.

• Improvement of network capacity, performance, and reliability.

• Timely resolution and escalation of technical issues.

• Accurate network documentation and project handover.

• Compliance with technical, security, and safety standards.