Network Manager

TEKsystems; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Benefits package provided by TEK

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Network Operations Manager to oversee the design, deployment, and daily operations of the organization’s network infrastructure across servers, VMware, and Citrix. You will lead a team of engineers and a help desk, ensuring performance, security, and cost controls.

The role demands expert-level experience and a hands-on technical background in Windows environments. This hybrid Tallahassee, FL position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6–8 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant experience may substitute.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience in network operations or management.
• Hands-on background in Windows environments; Citrix experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure (servers, backup, cloud, load balancers, etc.).
• Lead a team of network engineers, technicians and a Help Desk; provide guidance and performance feedback.
• Ensure security by enforcing best practices for firewalls and hardening of servers/network infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic and forecast capacity needs; manage budget considerations with CTO alignment.
• Monitor and report security events; ensure policies and procedures are followed.

Skills

Network engineering

Cisco routers

help desk management

windows environment

microsoft

network administration

citrix

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or mathematics

Tools

VMware

Job description

Top Skills' Details

1. Network Management Experience (4+ years required) Proven ability to lead, mentor, and coach a technical team. This person will oversee a team of 15, including systems administrators and 7 help desk staff. Must be comfortable delivering both constructive and positive feedback, and have experience managing departmental budgets.

2. Hands-On Technical Background (required) Prior experience as a Network Engineer, Network Administrator, or similar role. Strong knowledge of Windows environments, Microsoft products, and virtual networks is required. Experience working in a Citrix environment is a plus.

Description

The Network Operations Manger oversees the implementation and administration of the company's network operations including servers, VMware, Citrix, network security, and day-today network operations. Ensures effective utilization of network management tools and applications to enhance system performance and limit downtime. Makes recommendations for purchases of hardware, software, servers, and wireless communications for current and future systems. Responsible for managing a team of network engineers, technicians and a Help Desk providing guidance and performance feedback. Operates the department within approved cost controls. This position has direct responsibility for employment decisions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure, including servers, backup software, cloud services, maintenance renewal, routers, switches, load balancers, etc.
• Foster a collaborative and motivated work environment to promote teamwork and professional growth.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and rectify outages and other performance related issues.
• Ensure the organization's overall security by working with the CTO to enforce best practices for firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, server, and network infrastructure hardening based on industry standards.
• Monitor network traffic and usage patterns to forecast future network capacity needs.
• Forecasting of budgetary requirements.
• Monitoring and reporting security events to the appropriate parties.
• Ensure the department follows documented policies and procedures.
• Monitor unified communications performance and ensure technology is kept current.
• Stay abreast of security concerns and vulnerabilities to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and information.
• Continually investigates and implements ways to improve the effectiveness of network service capabilities.
• Escalates high severity issues and chronic problems to upper management.
• Encourages team growth

Associated Duties

• Provides additional support to manager and department colleagues.
• Completes all assigned/required Bank training within established timelines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Required

The following KSAs are usually acquired through college education with specialized emphasis in the technical sciences or management and six to eight years relevant experience or a combination

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or mathematics required. Relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Work environment

1. Late or after-five hours sometimes required.
2. Occasional travel in and out of home area.
3. In the rare instance of a major or extensive natural disaster, epidemic or pandemic occurrence, or other disruption within our footprint, it may be necessary for associates to relocate or telecommute before, during or after, to ensure business continuity.
4. Positions approved for Hybrid Flex/Remote Work are determined by department manager and HR. All associates approved to participate in a Flex/Remote work schedule will review and acknowledge the guidelines outlined in the Hybrid Flex/Remote Work Policy.

Skills

• Network engineering
• Cisco routers
• help desk management
• windows environment
• microsoft
• network administration
• citrix

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in a Citrix environment is a plus.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tallahassee, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

benefits package provided by TEK

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tallahassee,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.