Network Operations Manager

Network Operations Manager

Join Graphics Unlimited (Vic) Pty Ltd as a Network Operations Manager. This role supports our Digital and Workforce Platform (DWP) organisation, where you will help modernise the data centre and remote‑site network infrastructure.

We are building cutting‑edge technology solutions used by millions across the UK. You will be responsible for network stability, incident support, BAU tasks and the use of monitoring tools such as Wireshark and Net Scout. Your work will involve Wi‑Fi, data centre, cloud, firewall, load‑balancing and PKI technologies.

• Problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking with the ability to think creatively and independently.
• Excellent planning and implementation methodology.
• Experience of ITSM processes.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure across Wifi, on‑prem data centre, Cloud (AWS / Azure / OCI), Next‑Generation Firewall, Load‑balancing, and PKI technologies. Experience with Aruba Wifi/Clearpass, Spines and Leafs, DC‑VXLAN, and preference for Arista is a plus.
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis tooling.

You will help keep legacy infrastructure stable while driving improvements across modern platforms. Expect hands‑on work with incident support, BAU tasks and network monitoring tools. Bonus points if you have worked with automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible or Python.

Location: One of our digital hubs in Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle – whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: You will combine working from home with time spent in the hub.

Pay: Up to £52,442.

Pension: Civil Service pension with 28.97% employer contributions, worth over £12,000 per year.

Holidays: 26 days rising to 31 days over time, plus up to 3 extra days off per month on flexi‑time.

• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex‑friendly policies.
• Time off for volunteering and charitable giving.
• ‘I Can Be Me in DWP’ offers to bring your authentic self to work.
• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more.
• Interest‑free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket.
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

• DWP recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year (Computing Women in Tech Excellence Awards).
• Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024.
• Best Place to Work in Digital category (Computing Digital Technology Leaders Awards 2025).
• Best Public Sector Employer at Women In Tech Employer Awards 2025.

Apply: Complete your application on Civil Service Jobs; full instructions are provided there.

Interview: Single‑stage online interview.

Click APPLY for more information and to start your application.

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing 2x. Apply BELOW