VP, Network Operations Engineer at GIC

Location:San FranciscoJob Function:Technology GroupJob Type:PermanentReq ID:16872GIC is one of the worlds largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2000 employees across 11 offices around the world we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the worlds industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapores financial future and the communities we invest in worldwide.Technology GroupWe experiment design and lead a 247 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management trading investment operations and risk management. We deliver secure reliable and integrated solutions and provide insights on new and emerging technologies. Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Resilience (ICR)GIC is seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader representing Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Resilience (ICR) for the Americas responsible for overseeing all technology and Cyber functions across North and South America.What impact can you make in this roleThe VP Network Operations Engineer is responsible for leading and maintaining operational excellence for our network infrastructure across the Americas region. Operating in a regulated financial environment this role is responsible for ensuring service reliability compliance security and operational discipline across all network services. The VP will function as the regional approving authority for network changes the primary escalation point and the bridge with our global L2 Network Operations team.This individual must have strong hands-on expertise with Enterprise campus wired and wireless solutions and security solutions backed by deep experience in financial sector operational governance and controls. Additionally we seek candidates with exposure to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and automation preferably with a networking engineering background along with operations experience.What will you do as a VP Network Operations Engineer1. Regional Network Operations LeadershipMaintain best-in-class operational reliability for network services supporting trading and corporate connectivity.Act as the regional authority for network change approvals ensuring adherence to financial-industry standards for stability risk controls and documentation quality.Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all network escalations in the region coordinating across Technology Cybersecurity Risk and global support teams.2. Core Operational ResponsibilitiesMonitoring & Event ManagementOversee the monitoring of network and security infrastructure including performance bandwidth latency and security events.Ensure alert thresholds dashboards and KPIs reflect regulatory and business expectations for availability and resilience.Drive early detection triage escalation and resolution of incidents impacting regional services. Integrate Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices to enhance monitoring and event management focusing on automation and continuous improvement.Implement automated monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve issues reducing manual intervention and improving response times.Inventory & Asset ManagementMaintain accurate up-to-date inventory of all network devices software versions licenses circuit details and configurations.Ensure inventory records meet internal audit standards and are reconciled regularly with CMDB and procurement systems.Configuration ManagementOwn configuration governance for all regional network devices ensuring compliance with security baselines hardening standards and approved templates.Enforce version control backup policies and configuration drift detection.Collaborate with Engineering and Security Architecture teams to implement configuration updates in a controlled and automated manner.Patch & Vulnerability ManagementMaintain a structured patch management schedule for network devices in region aligned with vulnerability severity vendor advisories and regulatory expectations.Coordinate with Cybersecurity teams to remediate high-risk vulnerabilities ensuring timely closure and complete audit trails.Communicate with stakeholders and coordinate with Global Operations team for patching schedule and impact assessment.Incident Problem & Change ManagementLead major incident handling for network issues in the region ensuring rapid coordination and minimal impact to business operations.Produce high-quality root-cause analyses (RCAs) and drive corrective and preventive actions. Participate in Problem Investigation and develop solutions to address root cause.Govern regional change management processes ensuring proper planning testing documentation rollback and communication in line with financial-sector standards.Governance Risk & ComplianceEnsure all network operations adhere to internal controls security baselines and regulatory frameworks (MAS-TRM CSA CCoP and GDPR guidelines).Support internal/external audits with evidence documentation and technical explanations related to network controls configurations and processes.Maintain comprehensive documentation to meet regulatory operational and audit expectations.What qualifications or skills should you possess in this roleEducation: Bachelors degree in information technology Computer Science Engineering or equivalent experience.Experience: 812 years of experience in Network Engineering and Operations with at least 35 years in a senior or lead capacity in Operations preferably in the financial industry or in global organizations. Technical Expertise:Enterprise Campus Networks (routing switching wireless SDWAN)Firewalls and perimeter defense (Well-known brands)Network security Zoning IDS/IPS NAC proxies and SASEStrong knowledge of networking protocols (BGP OSPF MPLS IPsec DNS DHCP QoS).Familiarity with monitoring logging and tracing tools.Demonstrated experience with configuration management patch management and CMDB/inventory processes.Exposure to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and automation (Python Ansible) and continuous integration and continuous deployment tools.Certifications (preferred):Professional certifications such as CCNP/CCIE relevant security certificationsFamiliarity with ITIL NIST CSF and financial-sector risk frameworks.Experience with automation (Python Ansible) to improve consistency and reduce operational risk.Other preferred skillsets:Strong technical leadership with a holistic understanding of network operations security resilience and compliance interdependencies.Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.Ability to balance security rigor with operational practicality.Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across architecture operations and compliance teams.Work at the Point of ImpactWe need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious agile and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas share your views and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence Respect Integrity Merit and Excellence which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.Flexibility at GICAt GIC our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation professional growth and interpersonal connection. At the same time we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.We are an equal opportunity employerAs an employer we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.CompensationOur compensation philosophy reflects several principles. We strive to provide a competitive compensation package to attract and retain talent globally. We pay for performance and reward sustainable results.Total pay for this position comprises base pay and bonus. The anticipated base salary range for this role is between $130000 and $180000. Bonuses which may form a meaningful proportion of the total pay package are determined based on company and individual performance.Learn more about our Technology Group here: Experience:Exec Key Skills Counselling,Commerce,Corporate Risk Management,F&B Management,Jboss,Account Opening Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 130000 - 180000