Manager Network Engineering

Parallel Partners; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Manager of Network Engineering to lead innovative projects ensuring network stability and efficiency. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work while requiring presence in the office 2-3 days a week. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network engineering, including expertise in MPLS, VPNs, and cloud technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and implement strategic plans to meet the organization's network needs. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive significant impact and growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in network engineering.
• Strong background in IT service delivery and project support.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead network engineering projects and ensure network stability.
• Manage operational costs and conduct financial forecasts.
• Implement best practices for corporate network asset management.

Skills

Network Engineering

Cisco CCNA/CCNP

AWS Associate Solutions Architect

SDWAN

Analytical Skills

IT Service Delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Advanced Degree (e.g., Master's, MBA)

Tools

Cisco Catalyst Series Switches

Meraki

Palo Alto

Zscaler

Job description

Job Description

The Manager of Network Engineering will partner with cross-functional teams to ensure network stability. The incumbent will provide technical engineering leadership and direction to drive innovation. They will also provides training, mentoring, coaching, and leadership for network engineers. The Manager will maintain the strategy of the existing corporate office wired, wi-fi and remote access networks, including hardware and patching. The candidate should have the ability to work remotely and lead remotely to troubleshoot and resolve issues, collaborate with on shore and offshore users including multiple time zones across US, review and implement changes on the network, following Change management process, and have the ability to work after hours, nights, weekends and provide emergency response support when required.

Essential Functions:

• Corporate MPLS, Direct internet access, LAN, WLAN and VPN network experience
• Create and maintain service level agreements
• Design and implement short- and long-term strategic plans to make certain network capacity meets existing and future needs
• Evaluate document issue resolution and analyzes trends for ways to prevent future occurrences.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, standards, procedures, and associated training plans for network resource administration and appropriate use.
• Implement and maintain best practices for corporate network asset management, including maintenance and inventory, life cycle management and related documentation.
• Plan, acquire, and coordinate installation of in-house and remote hardware and software across the organization's network.
• Manage, in concert with the Cybersecurity team, and ensure effectiveness of security solutions including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization's executives, decision-makers, stakeholders, department heads, and end users
• Manage operational costs, conduct near- and long-term financial forecasts
• Direct and administrate a contingent of network engineering staff and conduct performance reviews and corrective action.
• Organized and detail oriented with a strong technical acumen risk management.
• Working knowledge of cloud technologies.
• Perform all other responsibilities and duties deemed necessary
• Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates for all related network engineering projects.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience and a Bachelors degree, OR 8+ years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, MIS, related field and or technical training. Advanced technical or business degree is a plus
• 6 years working experience in network engineering Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification
• AWS Associate Solutions Architect Certified.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make real time decisions
• Strong background in IT service delivery role (i.e., engineering support for projects)
• Can link strategy and actions to business impact and results
• Ability to communicate and influence upward as well as laterally
• Be accountable and hold others accountable
• Knowledge of SDWAN, Zscaler, Palo Alto and associated SASE technologies.
• Understand Networking Technology such as: SDWAN, MPLS, IP Networking, VoIP, TCP, IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, EIGRP, WiFi, WLAN, TACACS, IPS, IDS, Netscaler, AD, DNS, WINS, DHCP, Meraki, Cisco ISE, , Catalyst series switches 9500, 9300, 8500, 4500, 3800 Nexus series switches 9K, , Meraki MX Firewalls, MR Access points and MS switches, GRE, IPSEC, VPN, Wi-Fi , Zscaler, Palo Alto Global Protect

Additional Information

** Work Hours:** Varies upon the needs of the department.

** Travel Requirements:** This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

** Mental/Physical Requirements:** This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 131,400.00 to 190,750.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.