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Pearson Principal Network Engineer in London, United Kingdom
Principal Network Engineer - ( 2011888 )
Description
We are the world’s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment,powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.
Job Purpose:
The Principal Network Engineer for Digital Workplace Services will report to the Director of Workplace Engineering. The successful candidate will be accountable for the functional management and technical direction of office networks. They will provide continuous improvement of the underpinning standards and processes that support campus network services and technology infrastructure within Pearson offices.
The key outcomes of this role are:
Efficient and timely delivery of cost-efficient collaboration and infrastructure solutions and projects
Effective collaboration and working relationships with the key interfacing groups (e.g. Project Management, Video and Voice Engineering, Global Property), evidenced by successful cross functional processes and handoffs
Success criteria and visible measurements for collaborative environments
Point of Escalation for operational issues within the collaborative environments
Monitor wireless, security, circuit capacity, and other property-related technology performance within Pearson Properties and identify areas of concern and opportunities for improvements
Scope:
Scope is global
Significant interaction with InfoTech teams and with other Technology and business partners
Background & Attributes
A background in facility technology infrastructure and network hardware is needed for this role along with the following attributes:
Self-starter who is keen to challenge paths to improvement
Must be able to take responsibility for projects with little to no supervision
Customer focus, active listening and communication capabilities
Ability to engage people from a multitude of cultural backgrounds, fostering collaboration and a desire to achieve a shared outcome
Attention to detail, a genuine passion for getting things right first time, allied to a real focus on delivery
Flexible and pragmatic approach to work that can incorporate tactical fixes without losing sight of the strategic goals
Inclusive team player who welcomes feedback and the involvement of others
Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience.We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.The information you provide will stay confidential, and be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Qualifications
Skills, qualifications and experience:
In order to be effective in this role you will need to have the following skills and experience:
Significant experience in enterprise data networking, both in a build and support environment
Cisco or Meraki Wireless experience required; wireless certification preferred
Experience managing Cisco routers and switches; Fortinet firewall experience a plus
Experience implementing, managing, and supporting global campus networks
Excellent troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to develop structured standards, processes and procedures for the underlying network technology infrastructure
Previous responsibility for technology delivery activities in a technical engineering environment, with a demonstrable track record of success that you can evidence in a competency-based interview
Experience of achieving consensus through facilitating a collaborative planning process
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, to effectively summarize issues, bottlenecks and challenges and provide considered and logical recommendations for addressing them
Experience of working in an environment with multiple handoffs and team interactions
Experience with Microsoft Visio required
Current and valid CCNA certification or greater required
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Primary Location : GB-GB-London
Work Locations :
GB-London-80 Strand
80 Strand
LondonWC2R 0RL
Job : Technology
Organization : Technology & Operations
Employee Status : Regular Employee
Job Type : Standard
Job Level : Manager
Shift : Day Job
Job Posting : Feb 15, 2021
Job Unposting : Mar 17, 2021
Schedule: : Full-time Regular
Req ID: 2011888