Network Manager

FIFA; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

FIFA is establishing a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to support the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027. The Network Manager will oversee planning, delivery and operations of network infrastructure across FIFA offices and venues, ensuring Cisco-level design, cybersecurity, and integration with legacy networks for the event.

The role requires 8+ years in IT with at least 4 years in a similar role, and preference for those with sports event experience. Travel within Brazil up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• University degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years IT experience and at least 4 years in a similar role.
• Prior experience in the Sports / major event industry is highly preferred.
• Proven experience delivering complex network infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, delivery, and operations of network infrastructure for FIFA and Local FIFA Subsidiary offices, events, and venues.
• Review and validate network infrastructure designs ensuring hardware, cybersecurity, monitoring and alerts meet FIFA standards.
• Lead vendor engagement, procurement, and onboarding of Telco and Network providers.
• Oversee deployment and commissioning/decommissioning of network at event venues.
• Monitor delivery of network services; report status, identify risks, ensure IT governance.
• Perform equipment configuration, testing, handover, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical guidance and training materials to the team.
• Create and manage KPIs dashboards for stadia networks for the Telecommunication Command Center.

Skills

Telecom networks

WAN/LAN/VPN

Network design

CCNP/CCIE

Fiber cabling

Cybersecurity basics

BI dashboards

Communication

Team leadership

Education

University degree or higher in IT/CS/Telecommunications

Tools

Grafana

PowerBI

Job description

Network Manager

Department: Technology

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Brazil

Description

FIFA has established a Local FIFA Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with FIFA Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience.

Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.

THE POSITION

Reporting organizationally to the Senior Telecoms Manager, the Network Manager (NWM) will be a key member of the FIFA27 Technology team. The NWM will work closely with the FIFA Technology teams and the Stadia Teams, as well as other stakeholders. The NWM will understand the stadia legacy network ensuring it will support FIFA’s needs during the FWWC 2027. The NWM will also manage the integration between FIFA’s Game’s Time network and the legacy network.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the planning, delivery, and operations of network infrastructure for FIFA and Local FIFA Subsidiary (LFS) offices, FIFA Special Events, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
• Review and validate Network Infrastructure designs, ensuring all deliverables—hardware, passive infrastructure, cybersecurity, monitoring, alerting, etc.—are implemented according to FIFA standards across venues and offices.
• Actively participate in scope definition, procurement processes, supplier selection, and onboarding of Telco and Network service providers.
• Lead the deployment and implementation of network infrastructure, securing timely availability of components and services, including the commissioning and decommissioning of event venues.
• Oversee the effective and efficient delivery of Network services for FIFA offices, tournaments, and selected FIFA events. Monitor progress, report status, identify risks, and ensure alignment with IT governance.
• Perform equipment configuration, testing, handover, monitoring, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support network-related projects by clarifying requirements, following robust change management procedures, and ensuring clear communication across stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to team members, including preparing best-practice materials and training resources
• Create and/or manage KPIs dashboards for operating stadia networks (FIFA’s and legacy) for the Telecom Command Center (TCC)

YOUR PROFILE

Education

• University degree or similar higher education, in Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering or related field

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years overall IT experience and minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role
• Prior experience in the Sports / major event industry is highly preferred
• Proven experience of successful delivery of complex network infrastructure projects

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in telecom service provider networks, wired/wireless infrastructure design and deployment, network integration, and connectivity.
• Proven experience with WAN/LAN, MPLS, VPN, routing and switching technologies, and multicast operations.
• Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, CISSP) or equivalent professional experience.
• Solid understanding of structured cabling (copper and fiber) in heterogeneous environments.
• Excellent consulting, negotiation, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to train and present to diverse audiences.
• Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates patience, persistence, and a positive attitude.
• Experience delivering wireless networks in complex, high‑density environments.
• Grafana, PowerBI and other BI related tools for creating dashboards or collecting data.

Certifications & Requirements

• Right to work in Brazil
• Fluent in English
• Native or Fluent in Portugues
• Proficiency in any other FIFA language (FR / ES / GER) is an asset

Various

• Willing to travel within Brazil (up to 30%), with some trips with a long duration (15 days or more)