Senior Network Services Architect & Team Lead

University System of Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University System of Georgia is hiring an Associate Director of Network Services in Atlanta, Georgia. This full‑time position involves managing network operations, coordinating projects, and providing guidance to member institutions.

The ideal candidate will have a Baccalaureate degree, experience leading a team, and a minimum of five years in network operations. Strong knowledge of networking protocols and decision-making skills are essential for maintaining reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience managing or leading a team of network administrators.
• Minimum of five years managing network operations in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage team members and coordinate cross-team projects.
• Perform hands-on network administration and evaluate vendor proposals.
• Provide guidance to member institutions and support the PeachNet – GaDOE network.
• Communicate status updates on projects and conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Project management principles

Networking protocols

Routing protocols

Decision making

Problem solving

Interpersonal relations

Oral and written communication

Multi-tasking

DWDM optical networks

Large-scale routed networks

Education

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The University System of Georgia is hiring an Associate Director of Network Services in Atlanta, Georgia. This full‑time position involves managing network operations, coordinating projects, and providing guidance to member institutions.

The ideal candidate will have a Baccalaureate degree, experience leading a team, and a minimum of five years in network operations. Strong knowledge of networking protocols and decision-making skills are essential for maintaining reliability and performance.