Head of Network Functions and Security

Head of Network Functions and Security

I am Darius Liubinas leading the Core Services team in IT Infrastructure & Data at Telia IT. We are looking for a manager to drive the Network Functions and Security unit.

The unit manages critical platforms services and architecture within IT Infrastructure network services including B2B services. It is essential to deliver RUN/GROW/TRANSFORM activities diligently and timely requiring thought leadership and refined processes. The unit delivers IT Infrastructure solutions to Telia stakeholders requiring strong communication skills and business understanding. We aim to improve time to market through selfservice automation and process optimization matching the ambitions of the biggest hyperscales.

As a Head of Network Functions and Security you will

lead a team of senior experts and be responsible for key results (OKRs) KPIs and performance metrics to improve and enhance the unit. You will shape a highperforming team improving our digital journey to provide simplified standardized and scalable products and services.

You will create a collaborative targetoriented team that strives for better results and provides the best stakeholder experience. Additionally you will partner with country CIOs and peers in IT and NSD.

The objectives are to align with the strategic priorities and goals of the organization and its stakeholders ensuring value delivery by meeting customer and stakeholder expectations for both standard and nonstandard core services. This involves close cooperation with the business to identify and understand requirements translating them into actionable developments. Additionally the role includes negotiating agreeing upon and maintaining SLAs OLAs and underpinning contracts with the business and thirdparty support organizations.

A key focus is on developing and enhancing the selfservice delivery experience while optimizing the use of resources and assets through existing and emerging technologies. Ensuring the security reliability and resilience of platforms integrations and services is crucial following best practices and industry standards. Another important aspect is driving the consolidation of tools across the Telia company to enhance efficiency and support future evolution in this area.

Vendor management is a critical responsibility ensuring alignment with the vendor and sourcing strategy. Moreover the role requires accountability for the lifecycle management (LCM) of applications and services in scope securing the sunset of legacy applications and guiding the evolution of target systems in strong collaboration with the architecture team business stakeholders and system vendors. Lastly it involves managing the competence team in accordance with longterm plans to ensure the development and sustainability of expertise within the organization.

Who were looking for

Your personality is characterized by selfmotivation and strong leadership making you a proactive and confident decisionmaker. As a team player you thrive in collaborative environments while also being outspoken and resilient in driving sustainable solutions and making informed decisions.

Your skills and experience include over five years of leadership experience with a background in similar roles within larger IT organizations preferably within a Communication Service Provider. You have experience working in a multicountry operating organizational structure and possess deep insights and understanding of relevant domains including IT infrastructure network components such as routing and firewalls largescale IT operations and DevOps ways of working.

Additionally you have expertise in IT service delivery including the orchestration of Agile Release Trains (ART). You have a proven track record of consistently delivering key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with industryleading practices. Furthermore your communication skills are excellent both in written and spoken English with proficiency in a Nordic or Baltic language being an advantage.

We are more than a workplace

Join our inclusive team and collaborate with over 15000 talented colleagues from around the globe. Recognized as a Climate Leader in the Nordics and Balticswerepassionate about creating great products and delivering extraordinary customer experiences while always prioritizing sustainability. We believe our people are our mostvaluable asset ensuring everyone feels welcome and valued. When you join usyoullreceive a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your local market opportunities for remote work and have the chance to earn a bonus based on your performance and Telias results. If you want to make a real impact this is the place where you belong.

Ready to make better happen

If you fancy joining our team dont hesitate to apply! If you want to know more about the job you are welcome to contact me at.

We look forward to receiving your application and to making sure that your personal data is kept safely we kindly ask you to apply through our recruitment system. We are not able to handle resumes via email or equivalent. Selection will take place on an ongoing basis and this position might be filled before the application deadline. Application deadline is

During the process required background controls will be performed.

Join us and lets make better happen together!