Director, Network & Unified Communications

Location: Melbourne Florida (Onsite Full-Time)
Schedule: 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Relocation Assistance available

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Network & Unified Communications to lead the strategy delivery and operational excellence of enterprise-wide connectivity and collaboration platforms. This leadership role will oversee a global network ecosystem ensuring high performance scalability and security across networking and communication technologies.

This is a fully onsite position based in Melbourne FL.

Our client is a leading global aerospace and defense technology organization that delivers advanced solutions across communications space systems avionics and national security. With a strong focus on innovation and mission-critical systems the company supports government and commercial customers worldwide in highly secure and regulated environments.

• Define and execute enterprise strategy for networking and unified communications aligned with business objectives
• Lead modernization initiatives including:
  • SD-WAN and network segmentation
  • Zero Trust architecture
  • Wireless infrastructure redesign
  • VoIP and unified communications transformation
• Oversee global network operations across LAN/WAN telecom and cloud connectivity environments
• Drive improvements in reliability scalability performance and security
• Implement proactive monitoring automation and observability to enhance service delivery
• Lead end-to-end service management (incident problem change capacity)
• Own unified communications strategy including:
  • Voice VoIP and telephony systems
  • Video conferencing and collaboration tools
  • Contact center and UCaaS platforms
• Manage vendor relationships MSPs and technology partners to ensure SLA adherence
• Build lead and mentor high-performing global engineering and operations teams
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to enforce compliance with Zero Trust and regulatory standards
• Ensure proper documentation governance and audit readiness

• Bachelors degree with 15 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Extensive experience in enterprise networking environments (LAN/WAN routing switching VPN Wi-Fi DNS/DHCP/IPAM)
• Strong expertise in unified communications technologies (VoIP SIP telephony conferencing platforms)
• Proven experience leading large-scale network transformation and modernization initiatives
• Experience working in highly regulated industries (e.g. aerospace defense government etc.)
• Strong leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and external partners

• Experience with cloud networking (AWS Azure GCP)
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and secure network design
• Background in global telecom modernization programs
• Relevant certifications such as:
  • CCNP / CCIE
  • JNCIP / JNCIE
  • ITIL PMP or equivalent
• Strong business acumen with ability to align technical solutions to business outcomes
• Excellent communication leadership and stakeholder management skills

• Work Model: 100% onsite (no remote option)
• Travel: Occasional
• Relocation Assistance: Available
• Employment Type: Full-time