Manager Data Center Network Operations

About the role

PTCL Group is seeking a Manager to lead its Data Center and Core Network Operations. The role ensures 24/7 availability and performance of the enterprise network infrastructure across Pakistan.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee administration, management, design, deployment and migration of data center and core network systems.
• Maintain day‑to‑day operations of wired and wireless networks, data‑center core networking and network security.
• Drive process improvements, internal and external audit compliance, and ISO 9001/27001 certification requirements.
• Provide 24/7 support to internal customers, business partners and third‑party vendors.
• Deliver pre‑sales technical assistance, respond to RFPs and support commercial teams.
• Prepare and share regular KPI reports on capacity, performance, availability and security.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field from a recognized university.
• Professional certifications in Cisco, Juniper or Huawei (Routing & Switching, Service Provider, Datacenter) – mandatory; expert‑level preferred.
• Proven experience managing nationwide data‑center and core network operations on a 24/7 basis.

Required skills

• Cisco networking
• Juniper networking
• Huawei networking
• Routing & Switching
• Service Provider technologies
• Datacenter networking
• Network security