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RTX · 3 weeks ago

Associate Director, CDS WAN Service Lead (Top Secret Clearance Required)

TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$147K/yr - $295K/yr

10+ years exp

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. They are seeking a WAN Service Lead to oversee the day-to-day operations of classified WANs, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security compliance while building a robust Network Transport-as-a-Service capability.

AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Establish and build the CDS WAN Service Delivery team, developing the organizational structure and hiring key talent

Drive the implementation of WAN modernization initiatives using Cisco SD-WAN technologies and integrate Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewalls for secure network transport

Design and deliver a Network Transport-as-a-Service model that aligns with business needs and enhances overall service delivery

Collaborate closely with other infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with classified environment standards

Ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable day-to-day operations, including service availability, performance management, incident response, and continuous improvement across the enterprise WANs

Ensuring classified WAN architecture, operations, and service delivery align with security standards, risk posture, and compliance requirements

Qualification

Cisco SD-WANPalo Alto FirewallNetwork modernizationScaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Service delivery modelsRegulatory frameworksIndustry knowledgeITIL Foundations certificationRelevant certificationsProject managementCommunication skills

Required

Requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 12 years of experience, or an Advanced Degree and a minimum 10 years experience

10+ years experience in leading large-scale network modernization projects

10+ years experience developing service delivery models and delivering network services in classified or highly regulated environments

Experience with operating in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment

5+ years experience in network operations leveraging Cisco SDWAN and Palo Alto Firewall technologies

Understanding of regulatory frameworks governing classified information systems

Active TS clearance, with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance and program access as needed

Preferred

Relevant certifications (Cisco CCNP, Cisco SD-WAN Operations and Deployment - ENSDWI, Cisco SD-WAN Design - ENSDD, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer – PCNSE)

ITIL Foundations certification

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Industry knowledge

Project management experience

Benefits

Healthcare

Wellness

Retirement and work/life benefits

Parental (including paternal) leave

Flexible work schedules

Achievement awards

Educational assistance

Child/adult backup care

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Paid time off

Holidays

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees