The Network Manager will lead, mentor, and manage a team of network professionals, overseeing daily operations and ensuring optimal performance of the University's network infrastructure. This role encompasses responsibility for the design, implementation, and maintenance of key systems, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and firewalls.

You will play a pivotal role in advancing and supporting the University’s network and voice infrastructure. With a technically hands-on approach, you will contribute to the development and implementation of strategies that align with the University's academic and administrative needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with IT leadership and other departments to develop and implement the University's network and voice communications strategy.
Ensure high network uptime and performance, particularly during peak usage, to support academic and administrative functions.
Safeguard the University's network from cyber threats while maintaining ease of access for students, faculty, and staff.
Lead network projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget, while maintaining comprehensive project plans and documentation.
What You Will Bring:

Educated to graduate level or with equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.
Proven experience in a senior networks role with hands-on technical expertise, including deep knowledge of network protocols, equipment, troubleshooting, and best practices.
Experience in IT evaluation, procurement, and implementation, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
In-depth understanding of security and compliance issues relating to networks and voice communications, with a strong awareness of evolving cyber threats and regulatory requirements.
What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health


For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: https://www.kent.ac.uk/about

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number IS-139-24.


We particularly welcome applications from female and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level in this area.