IT Manager- Network and Telecom

Description

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance