IT Manager- Network and Telecom
Deriva Energy
Lead design, implementation, and management of enterprise network and telecom infrastructure.
1 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Charlotte, NC
Onsite
Company Size
271 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Solar
Wind
Energy Storage
Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Grid-Scale Solar
Grid-Scale Wind
Greenfield Development
Role
What you would be doing
lan/wan
sd-wan
firewall
network architecture
performance analysis
vendor management
- Oversee enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, firewall, and telecommunication environments, ensuring optimal uptime, performance, and compliance
- Partner with the outsourced NOC provider to manage 24/7 network operations, incident response, and service-level performance
- Provide architectural oversight and challenge technical designs to ensure scalability, redundancy, and security across enterprise network and communication systems
- Support project delivery in partnership with the PMO, serving as a key stakeholder in the planning, review, and validation of all infrastructure initiatives
- Stay current with emerging technologies, standards, and industry trends in networking, cloud connectivity, and telecom infrastructure
- Manage project budgets, forecasts, and contract renewals related to network and telecom services
- Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to maintain network integrity and meet NERC-CIP, SOx, and corporate security standards
- Analyze network performance metrics and implement proactive strategies to optimize load balancing, reduce latency, and enhance resilience
- Drive vendor and technology evaluations, procurement, and lifecycle management for enterprise network and telecom platforms
- Foster a collaborative, learning-oriented team culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Define and maintain network design standards, configuration baselines, and documentation frameworks
- Lead and develop a team of network and telecom professionals, providing technical direction, performance management, and career development
What you bring
6+ years
leadership
ccna
bachelor's
lan/wan
sd-wan
- Proven ability to balance hands-on technical insight with team leadership and vendor coordination
- Six (6) years or more of progressive experience in network or telecom engineering, including at least 2 years or more of direct reports/leadership
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work across teams and departments
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NERC-CIP, SOx, or similar
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Strong understanding of core networking technologies (LAN/WAN/SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, VoIP, and wireless)
- Experience managing or working with outsourced service providers and network operations centers
- Relocation assistance may be available for well-qualified candidates to support a smooth transition to the area
- This is an onsite position with option to work remotely one day per week
- Parental leave
- Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health Insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship; candidates must already be authorized to work in the u.s.
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Company
Overview
5,900 MW
Clean Energy Assets
Deriva Energy operates a significant portfolio of renewable energy assets across the United States.
50–500 MW
Utility-Scale Projects
The company develops and manages large-scale renewable energy projects ranging in capacity.
10.5 GW
Global Clean Energy Framework
Deriva Energy contributes to Brookfield’s ambitious global project to power major tech companies with clean energy.
- Born in 2023 when Brookfield acquired and rebranded Duke Energy’s renewables arm, Deriva Energy emerged as a fresh‑faced champion in clean power.
- Its roots trace to 2007, growing from early-stage wind farms to grid‑scale projects spanning 16 states.
- Today it steers greenfield development, acquisitions, and 24/7 operations & maintenance for utility-scale renewables.
- Typical ventures include wind, solar, and storage sites like Spanish Peaks Solar and Wildflower Solar.
- Its reach spans innovative structures: off‑site renewables, VPPAs, financing deals and REC arrangements.
- Collaboration and teamwork.
- Innovation and problem-solving.
- Integrity and transparency.
- Commitment to safety and quality.
- Accountability and responsibility.
- Sustainability and long-term vision.
Net Zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Target year for achieving net zero emissions across all operations.
- Investing in renewable energy sources and clean technology.
- Focus on reducing carbon footprint across all operations.
- Regular environmental impact assessments and reporting.
- Commitment to circular economy principles in production.
50% by 2025
Gender Representation Target
The company aims to achieve 50% gender representation in leadership roles by 2025 as part of its commitment to gender balance and equality.
- Gender balance initiatives across all levels.
- Implementing inclusive recruitment practices.
- Regular training on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.
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