Strategic Enterprise Network Leader | 24/7 Ops & Security

Jobtailor; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Oregon seeks a senior network leader to guide a team responsible for enterprise network operations, modernization, and 24/7 service availability. You will shape long-term network direction, collaborate with agency leaders, manage vendor relationships, and drive cybersecurity and ITSM best practices across the department.

The role requires excellent communication with executives and diverse stakeholders, and a track record of reducing technical debt while aligning technology with

Qualifications

• Six years of supervision/management experience or three years plus a bachelor’s degree in IT/public administration or related field.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support engineering teams.
• Experience managing enterprise-level network operations in data center/government/large IT environments.
• Deep knowledge of routing, switching, MPLS, OSPF, BGP, VPN, firewalling and network monitoring across major vendors.
• Strong security practice understanding including Zero Trust, IPsec, IDS/IPS, secure remote access, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with lifecycle planning, modernization, hardware/software refresh, and reducing technical debt.
• Ability to develop long-range network strategies aligned with business goals.
• Vendor/contract management experience including licensing, procurements, and performance oversight.
• Knowledge of IT service management (incident, problem, change, asset, configuration, knowledge).
• Excellent written and verbal communication for executives, customers, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Certifications: CISSP, PMP, ITIL or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide the team responsible for maintaining and optimizing Oregon’s enterprise network infrastructure.
• Shape long-term network direction and lead a talented technical team.
• Ensure 24/7 availability of critical services.
• Work with agency leaders across the state to advance innovation, reliability, and security.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that align with emerging networking trends and support the agency’s mission.
• Oversee network operations, lifecycle planning, modernization, and vendor management.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, and ITSM best practices.
• Represent DCS at state and national forums, advocating for digital equity and infrastructure excellence.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders to build robust partnerships and drive organizational success.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentorship

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Vendor management

Contract management

Cybersecurity

IT service management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Arista

Palo Alto

F5

Job description

Jobtailor in Oregon seeks a senior network leader to guide a team responsible for enterprise network operations, modernization, and 24/7 service availability. You will shape long-term network direction, collaborate with agency leaders, manage vendor relationships, and drive cybersecurity and ITSM best practices across the department.

The role requires excellent communication with executives and diverse stakeholders, and a track record of reducing technical debt while aligning technology with