Network Operations Specialist

Describe the Department

Do you want to be part of a global Data Center Network engineering team with a progressive and innovative market leader in the renewal energy sector? We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join us to develop cyber secure and well governed Hybrid Data Center offerings for the better of the world.

Digital Core Infrastructure & Network

Core Infrastructure & Network is part of Digital Technology Solutions reporting to the CIO of Vestas, where we are end-to-end responsible for the full stack Enterprise Network, from Global Access over all Network Security services to Data Center and Cloud Networking. We develop, deliver and own strategies, roadmaps, governance and day-day operations inspired by business demands and technology expertise.

With our vision “We have You Covered” we embrace and drive Digitalization at Vestas through seamless, capable and well operated Network services. We work in Agile products with End-2-End ownership, and this operations role is part of the DC Hybrid network product. As a Senior Network Operations Engineer, you ensure the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Vestas’ most critical infrastructure, the infrastructure all digitalization and services build upon.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Network Operations Engineer in our DCH Network product you’ll engage in implementation of new services and platforms, maintenance of our installed infrastructure and day to day operations (request, change and incident handling). Your primary responsibilities will be related to our Data Center Hybrid Network Services; our global MS Azure Cloud Network Infrastructure, our VMware NSX segmentation services, our Citrix Netscaler ADC Load balancing services and our Cisco Nexus ACI infrastructure.

This is a senior position, and we expect you to combine your expert competences with a senior attitude owning and executing tasks in both a timely manner and in high quality as well as making a difference for more junior profiles in the team. You’ll work together with Architects and Engineers planning and implementing platform development and you’ll monitor and oversee day to day task with fellow Operations Engineers.

We are a global company with critical services in all regions and You will be working in a 24/5 setup with scheduled but changing work hours, on top we have an on-call setup covering our weekends.

Qualifications

• +5 years of experience working with development and support of large Enterprise Networks in general and SDN portfolios (Cisco ACI, Cloud Networking) specifically
• Networking Certifications from major vendors (Cisco, VMware, Juniper, Microsoft, etc.) or formal education such as a Bachelor or master’s degree in IT, computer science, engineering or science is expected. Relevant certifications could be VMware VCIX/NV, Citrix or Cisco CCNP
• Azure Cloud, Citrix Netscaler, VMware NSX and Cisco ACI are key platforms and documented design and expert hands-on competences in all or some of those domains are expected.
• Our global network infrastructure and DC networks are Cisco based, hence experience working with Cisco equipment such as ISR4xxx, C2960X, ASR1009, C8x00 and C9x00 series at both design and hands-on levels is advantageous.
• Knowledge about with Network Automation using Python, Ansible or comparable protocols will be a benefit and interest is a prerequisite.

Competencies

We work as a team, and as a team we will achieve our goals, you therefore need to enjoy collaboration with people from different culture s, you hold yourself and colleagues accountable and you value a high service level towards our users.

We have a user centric approach with a focus on business continuity and cyber-resilient. This means our services will be delivered in due time, in high quality and per our standards.

• You are consistent as a person, both regarding your working habits – being committed and systematic – and towards your colleagues asking for your expert consultancy. If you know you share, If you are in doubt you ask and if you disagree you speak up.
• Data Center Services are critical infrastructure for our business and an analytic approach, good work ethic and experience troubleshooting and restoring critical services is needed.
• There is no right way to do the wrong thing – You insist on standards, documentation and agreed process.

What we offer

We offer the opportunity to be part of the transformation and maintenance of a global network infrastructure in one of the world’s most sustainable companies. You have an important role in building and maintaining a critical infrastructure, you’ll get to work with top-of-the-line technologies and you’ll be further trained and certified on relevant platforms. Overall, we offer a platform for your career development, while developing our Network Services.

Additional information

Your work location will be in MoA, Pasay, Metro Manilla in a hybrid workplace setting with expected presence in office 3 days a week. Some travel activities are expected and will be some 10-20 days/year.

Additional Benefits

• Fitness Subsidy
• Retirement Benefit Plan

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DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, “Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry”. Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. 

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