Hardware Lifecycle Program Analyst

Team Red Dog is partnering with a premier enterprise technology client to hire a Hardware Lifecycle Program Analyst to support network hardware planning device lifecycle management and research-driven decision making. This fully remote part-time contract role offers full benefits flexible hours strong autonomy and hands-on exposure to hardware lifecycle strategy network devices and cross-functional technical programs within a large-scale technology environment.

Top Required Skills (Must Haves):
List the top 3-4 required skills here with some details in how these tools will be used.

1. Network or hardware industry experience (24 years) supporting device lifecycle planning end-of-life research or hardware replacement analysis.
2. Program or project management experience (24 years) providing schedules status reporting requirements documentation and cross-functional coordination.
3. Strong analytical and research skills (24 years) including manual data review Excel-based analysis and consolidation of technical device attributes across systems.
4. Ability to work independently in ambiguous environments managing multiple research requests and shifting priorities with minimal oversight.

Opportunity Overview:
This role supports a Hardware Planning team responsible for managing the full lifecycle of network hardware and devices from new SKUs and replacements to decommissioning and last-time buys. You will play a key role in researching device lifecycle data identifying end-of-life timelines and supporting engineering and planning teams with accurate consolidated insights that reduce operational churn.

How you will make an impact:
Research and analyze lifecycle data for network and hardware devices across multiple internal systems
Identify end-of-life replacement and decommissioning timelines for existing hardware
Consolidate device attributes and lifecycle findings using Excel and other data tools
Support daily ad hoc research requests to address unexpected planning needs
Provide technical and analytical insights to Product Managers and engineering stakeholders
Contribute to program schedules status reporting and functional documentation as needed
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure lifecycle initiatives remain on track and within scope

The expertise you bring:
24 years of experience in hardware networking or technology-focused environments
24 years of experience supporting program or project management activities
Strong Excel skills and comfort with manual data investigation and validation
Experience researching technical products devices or SKUs across complex systems
Ability to communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders

What makes a candidate highly successful in this role:
Successful candidates are highly self-directed researchers who thrive in unstructured environments enjoy digging into complex data and proactively seek answers. They manage their time effectively adapt quickly to shifting priorities and consistently deliver reliable insights that help reduce team workload and operational friction.

Why Work with Team Red Dog
At Team Red Dog people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to personalized service and our deep experience in matching talented professionals with meaningful roles at some of the worlds most inspiring companies is what sets us apart. We take the time to understand your unique skills strengths and passionsbecause we believe your career should reflect who you are.

Whether youre looking to grow pivot or simply find a place where your work truly matters we offer opportunities that empower you to make a positive impact. With excellent benefits a supportive team and a role where you can thrive while doing what you love were here to help you take the next step with confidence. Join usand discover what it means to be genuinely valued in your career.

Generous benefits package for qualified employees includes:
Health insurance (medical dental vision and life)
Employer-matched 401K plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Profit sharing

Estimated Start Date: January 5 2026
Location: Fully Remote United States
Job #: 2423
Job Type and Estimated Duration: W2/Contract Part-Time (30 hours/week) through 6/30/2026 with chance for extension
Rate: $48.50 $53.00/hour

Team Red Dog is committed to providing equal opportunities to everyone regardless of race ethnicity gender age religion sexual orientation disability or any other characteristic. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process reach out to and we will work to ensure an accessible experience. We strictly adhere to federal state and local laws to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We offer competitive compensation aligned with U.S. industry standards and our final offer will reflect the candidates location job-specific skills experience and knowledge.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
Team Red Dog is an E-Verify employer.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a reference and background check.
Please no solicitations from C2C or recruiting firms.

Required Experience:

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