Executive Director, Enterprise Networks & Telecom

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami Health System (UHealth) Information Technology Department seeks an Executive Director of Networks & Telecommunications to lead enterprise networking, security and voice/data services across hospitals, clinics, labs and campuses in a large, on-site role in Miami, Florida.

You will drive modernization, automation, and performance of a mission-critical connectivity ecosystem, partnering with executive leadership to enable clinical care, research, and academic operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in enterprise networking and telecommunications.
• Experience in large-scale, high-availability environments, preferably healthcare or higher education.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise networking (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Palo Alto, or equivalent).
• Expertise in network security, NAC solutions (Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass), and segmentation strategies.
• Strong background in voice/data technologies (VoIP, SIP, PBX) and unified communications.
• Experience with DAS design, deployment, and optimization.
• Familiarity with wireless infrastructure, cloud networking, SD-WAN, and hybrid environments.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise networking and telecommunications strategy.
• Lead architecture and engineering across LAN/WAN/WLAN/VoIP/SIP infrastructure.
• Oversee security, segmentation, NAC, and zero-trust implementations.
• Manage DAS, wireless coverage, and carrier partnerships.
• Direct incident command during major outages and ensure rapid resolution.
• Lead a team of network engineers, telecom specialists, and security professionals.
• Align networking initiatives with healthcare regulatory requirements and policy standards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Enterprise networking

Network security

VoIP & UC

DAS & wireless

Incident response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field

Master’s preferred

Tools

Cisco

Aruba

Juniper

Palo Alto

Cisco ISE/ ClearPass

Job description

The University of Miami Health System (UHealth) Information Technology Department seeks an Executive Director of Networks & Telecommunications to lead enterprise networking, security and voice/data services across hospitals, clinics, labs and campuses in a large, on-site role in Miami, Florida.

You will drive modernization, automation, and performance of a mission-critical connectivity ecosystem, partnering with executive leadership to enable clinical care, research, and academic operations.