Network Management Manager

To plan, govern, implement, and assure resilient, secure and scalable ICT Network Infrastructure (WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, Voice, Network Security, Internet Connectivity and Wireless) across Mediclinic and its subsidiaries.

The role is accountable for enterprise network architecture, standards and roadmap, ensuring high availability of clinical and business-critical services through robust design, operational excellence, and effective risk management.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

3-year IT-related qualification (or equivalent experience)

Relevant networking certifications (e.g. CCNA / CCNP or equivalent)

ITIL Foundation (or equivalent)

Ongoing development in network security and cloud networking

DESIRED EDUCATION

Advanced networking certifications (e.g., CCNP/CCIE or equivalent) and/or SD‑WAN certification.

Cloud networking certification (e.g., Azure Network Engineer Associate or equivalent).

Security certification beneficial (e.g., vendor security certifications; CISSP/CCSP-level knowledge).

COBIT or governance/risk training advantageous.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

Minimum 8 years’ experience in enterprise ICT networking in a large, distributed environment

Experience in operational governance, service availability and incident/problem management

Strong understanding of network security controls (segmentation, firewall/NAC, secure access)

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership or management role

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

12+ years’ experience in enterprise networking and large-scale environments

Proven experience in network architecture and design across multiple technologies

Exposure to cloud and hybrid networking environments

Experience in healthcare or other regulated industries

Define and manage the enterprise ICT Network strategy, architecture and standards aligned to Zero Trust and hybrid cloud principles

Oversee day-to-day network operations, ensuring high availability of critical clinical and business services

Own network security and risk controls, including segmentation, firewall and access governance

Lead network design and delivery for strategic projects, ensuring alignment to architecture and clinical risk requirements

Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardisation and technical debt reduction

Manage vendor performance, contracts, and service levels to ensure value, quality and resilience

Maintain strong stakeholder engagement and provide clear service reporting

Manage budgets, business cases, and lifecycle planning across the network portfolio

Lead and develop the network team, including capability building and succession planning