Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We're devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi-faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization.

• Believes diversity makes us stronger so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the world.
• Is committed to building a workplace where every employee is welcomed and given the support and resources to perform their jobs successfully.
• Wants to be a great place for people to work and strives to create an environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their goals.
• Provides continuous training and development opportunities to help employees achieve their career goals, whatever their background or experience.
• Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve our clients and their evolving business needs.
• Believes in responsible growth and is dedicated to supporting our communities by connecting them to the lending, investing and giving them what they need to remain vibrant and vital.

• Lead and inspire a team of network infrastructure professionals across the APAC region.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that align with our business and IT goals.
• Collaborate with senior IT leaders to ensure our network infrastructure supports business objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Manage the lifecycle of network components, from planning to decommissioning.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for security, performance, and reliability.
• Coordinate with the operations team to maintain high availability and performance of network infrastructure.
• Network Changes and Upgrades: Collaborate with network engineering to plan and execute network changes, upgrades, and projects.
• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures, and maintain network asset inventories.

• Lead contract negotiations and manage relationships with network service providers and hardware vendors.
• Oversee procurement processes to ensure cost-effectiveness and budget adherence.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure SLA compliance and prompt issue resolution.

• Develop and manage the network infrastructure budget, ensuring efficient resource use and cost control.
• Provide financial reports and forecasts to senior management, highlighting variances and recommending actions.

• Identify and mitigate risks, including security vulnerabilities and service disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.

• Drive initiatives to enhance network performance, reliability, and security.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the team.

• Act as a bridge between project and operations teams to ensure smooth transitions.
• Develop strategies for seamless handovers of new or upgraded infrastructure.
• Collaborate with project managers and operational teams on transition plans, including training and documentation.

• Oversee the inventory of network components, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain detailed records of circuit ownership for accountability and proper management.

• 5+ years of experience in a network support, service delivery, or commercial/procurement role, preferably in a financial services or banking environment
• Proficiency in network monitoring, management, and asset tracking tools
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills
• Strong analytical and financial management abilities
• Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, and contract negotiations and vendor billing
• Experience in capacity planning and management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

• Deep knowledge of network infrastructure components.
• Proven contract negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong project management skills, able to handle multiple initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field
• Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or CCNA
• Experience with cloud-based networking, software-defined networking (SDN), and virtualization
• Knowledge of financial industry regulations and compliance requirements
• Project management experience in network infrastructure projects
• Proven leadership experience