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OverviewThe Strategic Network and Cost Optimization Planner is responsible for the development and compilation of the 5-Year Network Plan, in collaboration with the Global Network Planning team, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Network Security, Global Systems, and the Product and Sales teams of the lines of business. In addition, as one of the key objectives of the network plan is to achieve “network value/cost-effectiveness,” this position will drive strategies to optimize the cost of the network and its underlying infrastructure. ResponsibilitiesPrimary Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and compile the 5-Year Network Plan
POP and Data Center "end-state" optimization plan - which POPs/DCs are strategic, and which do we have opportunities to consolidate?
Network connectivity roadmap and evolution plan
Take the technology North Star projects from Enterprise Network Architecture and turn into executable network plans
Network EOL replacement strategies
Product and Sales forecasts - develop Network Impact Analysis
Key vendor hardware and software roadmaps - develop Network Impact Analysis
Oversee and drive our "network cost optimization" program
Forecast material changes to the network cost run-rates, based on network plans and cost optimization initiatives
Review network cost reports for anomalies
Perform Plan vs. Actual and Monthly Variance analyses
Qualifications:
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to effectively collaborate and build rapport with all levels across the organization
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and equipment capacity concepts
Knowledge of telecommunications network design principles and concepts
Knowledge of IP network design principles and concepts
Knowledge of datacenter design, power delivery systems, and capacity management principles and concepts
Ability to analyze traffic demand and patterns, forecast exhaust, and recommend augments to capacity
Ability to conceptualize and build reports and document requirements for new reports or enhancements
Ability to work with Product and Sales to turn trends and pipeline into a forecast for capacity management
Working knowledge of business financial metrics and network cost components
Education and Certifications:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university or industry-related institute
Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, and experience
5+ years of experience in telecommunications or IP network planning and capacity management
For this role, we anticipate paying $110,000K-$135,000K annually. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. TNS offers a competitive benefit package including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and a 401K plan with company match.
If you are passionate about technology, love personal growth and opportunity, come see what TNS is all about!
TNS is an equal opportunity employer. TNS evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
