Network Manager

Job Description

About the Role:

A large, complex, and highly regulated organization is seeking a Network Engineering Manager to lead the design, stability, and ongoing evolution of enterprise network services. This role is responsible for overseeing the architecture, performance, and reliability of voice, data, video, and wireless environments across both local and wide‑area networks.

The Network Engineering Manager combines deep hands‑on networking expertise with strong leadership, strategic planning, and vendor management capabilities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring secure, resilient, and scalable network infrastructure that supports mission‑critical operations and long‑term business objectives.

• Plan, design, and manage enterprise LAN and WAN environments to ensure reliable delivery of voice, data, video, and wireless services
• Establish and enforce network policies, standards, and operational procedures
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance, availability, scalability, and security
• Lead network capacity planning and align infrastructure strategy with business growth and technology roadmaps
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex network incidents and service disruptions
• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define network requirements for new systems and initiatives
• Oversee provisioning, lifecycle management, and upgrades of network infrastructure and services
• Manage financial aspects of network operations, including budgeting, purchasing, and cost optimization
• Develop business cases and cost‑benefit analyses for infrastructure investments
• Negotiate and manage vendor, service provider, and consultant relationships
• Lead, mentor, and develop network engineering staff, including hiring, performance management, and scheduling
• Ensure secure and resilient connectivity across all network‑attached systems and appliances
• Maintain accurate documentation of network architecture, configurations, diagrams, and procedures
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery, business continuity, and network security policies
• Research and evaluate emerging networking technologies to drive continuous improvement
• Oversee implementation of new hardware, software, and network upgrades

• Bachelors degree in a computer‑related field or equivalent professional experience

• Approximately 8+ years of progressive experience supporting enterprise network environments
• Proven success designing, implementing, and supporting large‑scale, high‑availability network infrastructures

• Experience working in complex or regulated environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking platforms, protocols, and architectures
• Hands‑on experience with OSPF, BGP, DNS, DHCP, SPB, and SDN
• Network capacity planning, security principles, and operational best practices
• Proficiency with network testing tools for voice and data circuits
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and vendor specifications
• Working knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and security requirements

• Industry‑recognized networking certifications (associate, professional, or expert level) preferred
• Vendor‑specific or enterprise networking certifications strongly preferred

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business‑focused language
• Highly organized, self‑directed, and detail‑oriented
• Proven analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize and perform effectively in high‑pressure environments
• Customer‑focused mindset with strong collaboration skills

This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape enterprise network strategy within a mission‑critical, highly visible environment. You’ll work with advanced technologies, collaborate with cross‑functional leaders, and have a direct impact on the reliability, security, and future direction of a large‑scale network infrastructure.