Job Summary :
We are seeking an experienced Change Coordinator to oversee and manage SDWAN & LAN change requests. The ideal candidate will ensure that all changes are assessed, approved, and implemented efficiently, minimizing disruptions to business operations. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, enforcing change management policies, and ensuring adherence to ITIL best practices.
Key Responsibilities :
Change Management & Coordination :
- Manage and oversee SDWAN & LAN change requests throughout the lifecycle.
- Ensure that all changes are properly logged, assessed, and categorized based on risk and impact.
- Coordinate CAB (Change Advisory Board) meetings to review and approve changes.
- Ensure minimal disruption to IT services by properly planning and scheduling changes.
- Identify potential risks and conflicts associated with planned changes and take appropriate mitigation actions.
Stakeholder & Process Management :
Work closely with network engineers, infrastructure teams, service owners, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of changes.Track and monitor change requests, ensuring adherence to SLA and compliance requirements.Communicate change details, risks, and impact to relevant teams and stakeholders.Conduct post-change reviews and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for failed or unplanned changes.Policy & Compliance Enforcement :
Enforce change management policies in line with ITIL best practices.Ensure that all change records are documented with proper approvals and risk assessments.Monitor and report on change success rates and key performance indicators (KPIs).Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the change management process.Required Skills & Qualifications :
5+ years of experience in Change Coordination & Management, specifically handling SDWAN & LAN changes.Strong understanding of ITIL processes and ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Remedy, or similar platforms).Experience working with CAB processes and change risk assessments.Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, vendors, and IT teams in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to minimize service disruptions.Familiarity with networking technologies (SDWAN, LAN, WAN, Firewalls, VPNs, etc.).Certifications Required :
ITIL Certification (Mandatory)PMP Certification (Preferred)Preferred Experience :
Previous experience in a large enterprise environment with complex network infrastructure.Knowledge of DevOps & CI / CD integration with change management.ref : hirist.tech)