Network Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and strategic Network Manager to lead the design implementation management and support of our organizations data voice and video networks. The Network Manager will oversee network operations ensure high availability and performance enforce security policies and manage a team of network engineers and administrators.
This role requires a mix of hands-on technical expertise leadership vendor management and strategic planning to ensure robust and scalable network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Design deploy and maintain LAN/WAN Wi-Fi SD-WAN VPN and firewall solutions to meet business needs.
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal reliability uptime and security.
Lead a team of network engineers and provide mentorship project direction and performance reviews.
Manage vendors and service providers including contract negotiation SLA enforcement and escalations.
Implement and enforce network security policies including firewalls NAC IDS/IPS and zero-trust strategies.
Oversee network-related disaster recovery planning testing and documentation.
Manage IP addressing schema DNS/DHCP and DDI tools.
Evaluate new technologies tools and protocols to improve network capabilities and performance.
Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to support enterprise-wide projects.
Develop and maintain documentation related to network topology procedures and configurations.
Prepare budgets project timelines and capacity plans for network infrastructure.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field (Masters preferred).
5 10 years of progressive experience in network engineering or infrastructure support.
At least 2 3 years of experience in a team leadership or management role