Strategic Project and Network Architecture - VP - Network Infrastructure - IT

**Company Introduction:** _We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day._ _HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."_ **Job Summary:** To lead and deliver strategic network projects and architectural initiatives that ensure the infrastructure remains high-performance, secure, and future-proof. This VP role is a critical investment in quality and leadership, enabling the organization to meet growing demands without expanding headcount. **Job Duties:** ### Responsibilities * Drive end-to-end delivery of high-impact network initiatives, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals * Define and evolve the enterprise network architecture, incorporating automation, security, and scalability * Allocate resources effectively across concurrent strategic projects * Ensure architectural decisions align with IT governance, cybersecurity controls, and operational standards * Provide regular updates to senior leadership, address concerns, and ensure transparency in project execution * Manage the procurement process for the projects including the collection of network requirements, preparation of documents for tendering, proposal evaluation, contract, compliances and approval * Effectively manage budgets for projects and new initiatives as well as expenditure control * Effectively identify, assess and manage IT risks of network projects * Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors * Drive enhancement in documentation for the project deliverables, like IT assets, configurations, network diagrams, procedures and expectations * Keep the teams abreast of emerging network technologies and best practices. Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements in network infrastructure and operations * Drive the development and enforcement of network architecture and design standards, ensuring consistency, scalability, and alignment with enterprise-wide technology strategies. Lead governance efforts to validate architectural decisions and promote best practices across all infrastructure projects. ### Requirements * University degree in Information Technology or a related discipline * Minimum of 15 years’ experience supporting IT network projects, with at least 5 years in a management or supervisory role * Certifications such as CCIE, CISSP, CISA are highly preferred * Proven experience in network architecture and strategic project delivery * Extensive knowledge of advanced network technologies, including ACI, VxLAN, SDWAN, cloud networking, and network security solutions * Demonstrated success in leading mission-critical network projects, encompassing design, testing, upgrades, migrations, and automation of network operations * Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities * Excellent analytical, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and stakeholders in large organizations * Proven ability to unify and lead teams with diverse skill sets, fostering motivation and inspiration * Self-motivated and capable of working independently, with a strong focus on delivering results * Familiarity with tools like Terraform, Ansible, SolarWinds, JIRA, Confluence _HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace._ **Location:** HKEX - TKO **Shift:** N/A **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Worker Type:** Permanent