Senior Director, Network Strategy & Capacity

Rise Broadband; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Broadband in Westlake, TX is seeking a Senior Director of Network Planning & Capacity Management to lead a 10-person Network Engineering and Planning team, shaping the technical roadmap for Rise Internet’s production network and its security. The role oversees core/backbone, peering, transit, and regional aggregation, while managing 3P carrier relationships for pricing efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in ISP networks, 5+ years in leadership, and strong Cisco-based network

Qualifications

• 15+ years managing ISP networks; preferably fixed wireless and FTTH
• 5+ years in leadership, preferably at a Sr. Mgr level or higher
• 5+ years experience with Cisco-based networks; certifications a plus (CCNA or CCIE)
• Preferred to be based in Dallas, though we may expand the search if need

Responsibilities

• Lead a 10 person Network Engineering and Planning team responsible for Rise Internet’s production network and its security
• Develop and own the technical roadmap and strategy for Rise Internet’s production network including core/backbone POPs, national backbone including peering and transit, regional aggregation, and tower backhaul
• Own and manage 3P carrier relationships ensuring best-in-class pricing and performance. Deliver ongoing savings through renewals and negotiations
• Design and deliver tower and regional backhaul services to support expansion of Rise Internet’s network
• Support and serve as an escalation point for network operations to ensure network events are quickly addressed and resolved

Job description

Rise Broadband in Westlake, TX is seeking a Senior Director of Network Planning & Capacity Management to lead a 10-person Network Engineering and Planning team, shaping the technical roadmap for Rise Internet’s production network and its security. The role oversees core/backbone, peering, transit, and regional aggregation, while managing 3P carrier relationships for pricing efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in ISP networks, 5+ years in leadership, and strong Cisco-based network