Director, Network Engineering & Operations

Addison Group$140K — $150K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in network engineering and operations
  • Proven skills in network architecture for data centers and offices
  • Expertise with Fortinet, Azure, Palo Alto, and Zscaler
  • Familiarity with IT service management tools such as Halo and NetBox
  • At least 3 years of managerial experience
  • Strong background in workplace networking and secure access design
  • Certification in Fortinet NSE 4 or higher preferred

Responsibilities

  • Architect network solutions for both physical and virtual environments
  • Oversee network security and manage related technologies
  • Implement and refine ITSM/ITOM practices for network management
  • Direct a team of network engineers and support staff
  • Design operational models for network support and operations
  • Ensure secure and efficient workplace networking solutions

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan eligibility
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
Full Job Description
Title: Remote Director, Network Engineering & Operations

Base Salary: $140,000-150,000/ year

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Targeted Bonus: 10%

Top Technical Requirements

1) Network Architecture: Proven experience architecting physical and virtual data center and office networks.

2) Strong expertise with: Fortinet. Azure. Palo Alto. Enterprise Identity. Zscaler. Wireless networking, network circuits, including DIA and broadband

3) ITSM/ITOM & Network Management: Experience with the interconnection of systems such as:
  • Halo
  • NetBox
  • FortiManager
  • FortiAnalyzer
  • FortiAuthenticator
  • FortiEMS

4) Management: At least three years of management experience with direct reports.

5) Workplace Networking: Strong experience with office/workplace networking, circuits, VLAN design, and secure access design/implementation.

6) Operations & Support: Experience designing and implementing network operations and support models.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of network architecture, security, and operational leadership experience. Particularly valuable experience includes:
  • Fortinet certification at NSE 4 or higher.
  • Experience working with NetBox.
  • Strong knowledge of network discovery and CMDB governance.
  • Understanding of ITIL management and how network operations fit within a larger enterprise organization.
  • Experience architecting and building enterprise networks from the ground up.
  • A strong security mindset, with an understanding that the network serves as a critical gateway into the organization's environment.
  • Ability to translate technical requirements into practical, scalable solutions.

About Addison Group

Addison Group is a professional staffing and consulting firm that provides services in the areas of information technology, finance and accounting, healthcare, human resources, and administration. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Addison Group has over 2500 employees and operates in 22 locations across the United States. The company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private staffing firms in the United States by Inc. Magazine.
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1999

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