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# Head Of Global Network Services

- **Company:** AXA Group
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Local Area Networks, Network Service, PRINCE2, Remote Access Technology, Wide Area Networks, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), In-Plane Switching (IPS), Firewalls (Computer Science), Network Support, Ddos
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/head-of-global-network-services-en-barcelona-ID-372160901

## About the Role

Requisitos principalesProven experience designing and managing enterprise-grade network solutions globally
Strong leadership of multi-location teams including architects, engineers, and operators
Expertise in WAN, LAN, VPN, SD-WAN, security, and cloud network integration
Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and drive organizational change
Excellent stakeholder engagement, especially with senior executives and cross-functional teams
Engineering Degree; networking certifications and relevant project management frameworks preferred
leadership across multiple locations
stakeholder engagement with senior leaders
strategic thinking and change management

## Description

OverviewAs Head of Networks Guild, you will lead AXA Partners' global network strategy and services.You'll shape and govern a worldwide network, aligning with AXA Group standards while driving security, efficiency, and innovation.You will lead a multi-location team of architects, engineers, and operators, coordinating with senior IT leaders.This role combines strategic roadmapping with hands-on governance to enable transformation across regions.ResponsabilidadesDevelop and execute a global network roadmap aligned with group standards and business needsOversee design, build, and operation of worldwide network services with cost, security, and SLA disciplineLead vendor management, project governance, security, and business continuity initiativesOrganize and optimize regional teams (EMEA & AMER) with clear roles and responsibilitiesManage infrastructure security (firewalls, IPS, DDoS, VPNs), cloud networking, SD-WAN, and application networkingSupport digital branch evolution, remote access, and network support for critical servicesCollaborate with senior IT leaders on network-related projects, programs, and governanceServe as primary Group contact for Network services and engage with CXO-level stakeholders and Guild leadershipRequisitos principalesProven experience designing and managing enterprise-grade network solutions globallyStrong leadership of multi-location teams including architects, engineers, and operatorsExpertise in WAN, LAN, VPN, SD-WAN, security, and cloud network integrationAbility to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and drive organizational changeExcellent stakeholder engagement, especially with senior executives and cross-functional teamsEngineering Degree; networking certifications and relevant project management frameworks preferredleadership across multiple locationsstakeholder engagement with senior leadersstrategic thinking and change managementWANLANVPN