IT Manager- Network and Telecom

Deriva Energy

The Role

Overview

Lead design, implementation, and management of enterprise network and telecom.

Key Responsibilities

  • network ops
  • sd-wan
  • architecture oversight
  • performance analysis
  • vendor management
  • team leadership

Tasks

-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

  • core networking
  • ccna
  • bachelor's
  • team leadership
  • vendor management
  • nerc-cip

What You Bring

-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

The Company

About Deriva 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.

Sector Specialisms

Solar

Wind

Energy Storage

Renewable Energy

Clean Energy

Grid-Scale Solar

Grid-Scale Wind

Greenfield Development

Operations & Maintenance (O&M)

Energy Transition

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the u.s.