Director of Network & Communications

Sonic Healthcare USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA seeks a strategic Director of Network & Communications to lead design, security, and modernization of our enterprise connectivity across multiple sites, labs, and data centers. The role requires 10+ years in networking, 5+ years in leadership, and relevant certifications.

You will manage multimillion-dollar budgets and partner with Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Operations teams to enable digital transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive networking and telecommunications experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise infrastructure teams.
• Expertise in enterprise networking, routing and switching, SD-WAN, wireless infrastructure, cloud networking, telecommunications, and unified communications.
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations and managing significant operational and capital budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise network and communications strategy.
• Lead engineering and operations for LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, cloud networking, voice, and unified communications platforms.
• Ensure highly available, secure, and resilient connectivity supporting laboratories, patient service centers, corporate offices, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Partner with Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, and Operations teams to support business growth and digital transformation.
• Drive network modernization, capacity planning, disaster recovery readiness, and carrier optimization initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships, multimillion-dollar budgets, and enterprise telecommunications contracts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing network and communications teams.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team leadership

Enterprise networking

Zero Trust concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

CCNP

CCIE

Azure Network Engineer

Tools

Microsoft Teams Voice

Webex Calling

Contact Center platforms

Zero Trust concepts

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

We’re not just a workplace - we’re a Great Place to Work certified employer!

Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members!

Sonic Healthcare USA is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Network & Communications to lead the design, security, performance, and modernization of our enterprise connectivity and communications infrastructure. This leadership role is responsible for network architecture, telecommunications, unified communications, cloud connectivity, and operational excellence across a complex, multi-site healthcare environment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute the enterprise network and communications strategy.
• Lead engineering and operations for LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, cloud networking, voice, and unified communications platforms.
• Ensure highly available, secure, and resilient connectivity supporting laboratories, patient service centers, corporate offices, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Partner with Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, and Operations teams to support business growth and digital transformation.
• Drive network modernization, capacity planning, disaster recovery readiness, and carrier optimization initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships, multimillion-dollar budgets, and enterprise telecommunications contracts.
• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing network and communications teams.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive networking and telecommunications experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise infrastructure teams.
• Expertise in enterprise networking, routing and switching, SD-WAN, wireless infrastructure, cloud networking, telecommunications, and unified communications.
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations and managing significant operational and capital budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer, or similar certifications.
• Healthcare industry experience.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams Voice, Webex Calling, and Contact Center platforms.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust and modern network security principles.

Why Join Sonic Healthcare USA?

This is an opportunity to shape the future of enterprise connectivity for one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations. You’ll play a critical role in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions that support patient care, operational excellence, and continued growth.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Category:

Information Technology

Company:

Sonic Healthcare USA, Inc

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.