Networking Program Manager

Apex Systems; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K

HSA

EAP

Discount program

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Networking Project Manager to support ongoing, high-scale networking projects onsite in Arlington, VA. You will assist with coordinating hardware, schedules, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and alignment with engineering plans.

The role emphasizes communication with engineers and business teams, learning the infrastructure at scale, and contributing to project execution within a contract-based environment.

Qualifications

• 5 yrs Project Management Experience.
• 3+ years deploying networking infrastructure; some data center context preferred.
• Must understand networking hardware installation basics (power limits in racks).
• Basic knowledge of fiber is a plus but not mandatory.
• Networking Fundamentals: switches, routers, OSI layers 1-3.
• Familiarity with routing protocols, three-way handshake, DDoS, ping and common networking terms.

Responsibilities

• Track hardware deliveries across projects.
• Coordinate technician schedules to ensure timely execution.
• Support existing TPMs and teams; not leading projects independently at first.

Skills

PM Experience

Networking Fundamentals

Data Center Awareness

Hardware Installation Basics

Networking Concepts & OSI Layers

Job description

Location: Onsite - Arlington, VA

Duration: 12-month contract potential to extend

Pay Rate: $55-60/hr.

Overview:

Involvement in cutting-edge, high-scale projects (e.g., supporting Prime Video streams for major events, building AI and machine learning infrastructure, and international backbone expansion).

Job#: 3051397

Job Description:

Position: Networking Project Manager

Location: Onsite - Arlington, VA

Duration: 12-month contract potential to extend

Pay Rate: $55-60/hr.

Overview:

Involvement in cutting-edge, high-scale projects (e.g., supporting Prime Video streams for major events, building AI and machine learning infrastructure, and international backbone expansion). Exposure to end-to-end data center construction and global networking. Opportunity to learn how the Internet works at scale and to participate in the planning and execution of major infrastructure projects. Variety, scale, and pace of work are both challenging and rewarding for the right candidate.

Team Structure

• Manager based in Dublin; direct interaction with the manager will be limited.
• Contractors will be paired with experienced team members for support and training.
• Team split across two office buildings (WAS and ID), but contractors will remain in WAS.
• Team consists of existing FTEs and contractors, with plans to add more contractors.

Type of Projects

• Repeatable, operational projects (not one-off initiatives).
• High volume due to rapid company growth and recent layoffs of full-time staff.
• Responsibilities include tracking hardware deliveries, coordinating technician schedules, and ensuring timely project execution.
• No expectation of leading projects independently at first; will support existing TPMs and teams.

Qualifications

• 5 yrs Project Management Experience
• 3+ years deploying networking infrastructure; not strictly in data centers, but some understanding of data centers is preferred.
• Must understand networking hardware installation basics (e.g., power limits in racks).
• Basic knowledge of fiber is a plus but not mandatory.
• Networking Fundamentals:
• Understanding of switches, routers, and OSI layers 1-3.
• Familiarity with concepts such as routing protocols, three-way handshake, DDoS, ping, and common networking terms.
• No deep engineering or hands-on configuration expected - just conceptual understanding to communicate effectively with engineers and business teams.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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