Job DescriptionSpecifically, on the DCSA One IT program, SAIC will provide an enterprise IT solution that delivers highly secured and adaptable IT infrastructure, provides customer support, an cutting-edge technologies that support operations and advance the DCSA mission under a single IT environment (i.e., One IT). This position is onsite in Quantico, VA.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Network Operations Delivery Manager to lead and shape our enterprise network strategy and operations. This senior leadership role is critical in driving innovation, resilience, and scalability across a complex, hybrid network environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and proven success in leading large, distributed teams to deliver world-class network services to our Government Customer.
Responsibilities- Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the long-term network strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of network engineers and architects, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with security, cloud, systems, and application teams to deliver integrated and secure IT solutions.
- Architecture & Design: Oversee the design and implementation of advanced enterprise network solutions (LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, SD-WAN) across global sites.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure robust monitoring, incident management, and performance optimization for all network services.
- Capacity & Lifecycle Management: Drive network capacity planning, technology refresh cycles, and modernization initiatives.
- Risk & Compliance: Guarantee high availability, disaster recovery readiness, and adherence to security and compliance standards.
- Vendor & Budget Management: Negotiate and manage vendor relationships, contracts, SLAs, and contribute to annual budget planning.
QualificationsIt is required that the Network Operations Delivery Manager has the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred).
- Fourteen (14) years of progressive experience in networking, including 5 or more years in a leadership role.
- U.S. Citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance.
- Expertise in enterprise-grade networking technologies and protocols (Cisco, F5, Dell, etc.).
- Proven track record in strategic planning, team leadership, and delivering complex network projects.
- Strong communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills. Interpersonal skills and management expertise are crucial to this role.
- Experience managing multi-site enterprise environments.
- Strong understanding of network security, compliance, and emerging technologies.
