Manager Network Services
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Oerlikon Group in Città metropolitana di Milano
Manager Network Services Are you ready to design and execute a global strategy for network services, leveraging state-of-the-art technologies in a worldwide environment? Then we are looking for you as Manager Network Services, a critical leadership role within Oerlikon’s global IT Infrastructure team. You will be responsible for managing SDN and network security services within a cloud-driven environment.Join our Oerlikon team in Italy, in Brugherio (MB).Your Responsibilities You are responsible for developing and implementing a global strategy for network services, driving innovation, and ensuring operational excellence. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with various stakeholders. You drive innovation by assessing and adopting emerging technologies in software-defined networking and supporting technology solutions. You lead and mentor a global team of engineers and specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. You closely work together with external partners and service providers to combine external knowledge with internal needs, to follow our goal to become a leading digital company. As part of our digital transformation path, we currently have multiple ongoing corporate IT projects. Your experience, your ideas and knowledge are highly appreciated in those areas. Your Profile In order to be successful in this challenging role, you bring along proven experience in IT infrastructure management and engineering, with a strong focus on network and network security services (SD-WAN, SD-Access, Wireless and Perimeter Security with focus on Cisco & AWS products). 10 years of experience in network services,
with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.In your previous roles you already worked in a modern, hybrid environment consisting of on-premises services (branch sites) as well as cloud services (datacenter services). As we build our new solutions “as code” to follow our digital path, your practical experience in programming is a plus. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner with IT leadership, business units, and vendors. You have a high level of self-initiative and drive to get things done. You are comfortable communicating fluently in Italian and in English (German is a plus). Last but not least, if you like to travel from time to time, you are the perfect candidate and we would like to meet you soon. We offer A high level of responsibility and the opportunity to grow and develop.Being part of a global team using state-of-the-art technologies.A very welcoming, supportive and collaborative team spirit and an open company culture. Hybrid working model: office-based with the flexibility to work remotely a few days a week.A permanent, full-time employment contract under the Metalworking Industry National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL). The gross annual salary for this role starts at 59,000.
The final compensation package will be determined based on predefined, objective, fair, and gender-neutral criteria, including professional experience, relevant experience in a similar role, educational background, technical expertise, and soft skills.Why OerlikonTeam Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.Can you identify with this position and are you looking for a new challenge? Then we are eager to meet you! Please apply online.#joinoerlikon #joinourteam#LI-HybridAbout OerlikonOerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.Follow Oerlikon:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube