Director of Network & Communications

American Esoteric Laboratories; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA, Inc is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Network & Communications to lead the design, security, and modernization of our enterprise connectivity across multiple sites.

This leadership role oversees LAN/WAN/SD‑WAN, wireless, cloud networking, voice and unified communications, ensuring highly available, secure connectivity for laboratories, patient service centers, data centers, and cloud environments.

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.

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 across laboratories, patient service centers, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Partner with Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, and Operations teams to support 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

Network leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Vendor management

Team leadership

Networking strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

CCNP

CCIE

Azure Network Engineer

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

Work Shift: 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.

About Sonic Healthcare USA

Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US-based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve.

For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.