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National Football League (NFL) · 4 hours ago

Director, Stadium Network Architecture

New York, New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$185K/yr - $215K/yr

10+ years exp

The National Football League (NFL) is looking for a Director, Stadium Network Architecture with a strong background in network design, engineering, architecture and operations. The role involves developing network architecture diagrams, defining technical requirements, and leading the technical aspects of football technology network infrastructure.

American FootballMedia and EntertainmentSporting GoodsSportsSports Leagues and Teams

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the design and architecture of Football Technology network services considering performance, redundancy, scalability, and security

Document standards and guidelines for best practice stadium network and wireless architecture as they align to industry standards and best practices

Develop and present comprehensive network design proposals to stakeholders, addressing business requirements and technical specifications

Assist in the research, design and documentation for upgrades and adoption of new network technologies

Provide hands on configuration and escalation support for all stadium network technologies

Responsible for the installation, operation, administration, and maintenance of wired and wireless networks at stadiums and corporate offices

Provide dedicated support for on-site stadium network and Wi-Fi technicians during NFL game days throughout the NFL season

Responsible for managing and maintaining network diagrams, configurations, support, and training documentation

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operations, security, Events, and others to align network strategies with business goals

Responds to technical escalations for wired and wireless service issues, working with product support teams, IT staff and business groups to ensure resolution

Provide reports for network KPIs to show service levels, capacity analysis, performance, troubleshooting, and areas for improvement in network infrastructure

Provide technical support to various activities and internal infrastructure within the Football Technology segment

Responsible for effectively engaging with IT project management and reporting project status

Establish and adhere to set project plans and release dates

Mentor and provide guidance to junior network engineers, sharing expertise and knowledge

Remain on the cutting edge by studying state-of-the-art network technologies, participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations

Maintain and publish Football Stadium DAS and Wi-Fi Guidelines

Review and plan DAS and Wi-Fi updates for NFL Tentpole Events

Lead audits of Cellular and DAS Performance around NFL stadiums to adhere to NFL guidelines

Collaborate with Cellular Vendors on stadium enhancements, and testing

Qualification

Network architectureWireless designNetwork administrationNetworking protocolsCisco productsDAS designTechnical documentationResearch skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field preferred, with 10+ years of experience or equivalent military service

Extensive hands-on experience exceeding 10 years in network implementation, troubleshooting, and lifecycle maintenance

Demonstrated leadership with over 5 years in network architecture roles

5+ years' experience in wireless design, implementation, and support for large networks, including spectrum analysis and stadium DAS design

Proficient in network administration, particularly Cisco products, with expertise in controllers, access points, routers, and switches

Advanced knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, STP, NAT, IPSEC, GRE, VPC/VSS, etc.)

Advanced understanding of networking concepts and principles, including but not limited to routing static/dynamic (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, & BGP) and multi-layer switching (standard and private VLANs, VTP, Spanning Tree, etc.)

Strong grasp of network best practices, security principles, design architecture, and analysis with use of tools such as Wireshark, etc

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex network issues

Experience in troubleshooting networking device drivers and client system issues

Experience in troubleshooting video and voice performance over wired and wireless networks

Capability to research and evaluate new network technologies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skilled in creating and updating detailed infrastructure topologies using MS Visio, Excel, and Word

CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent

Familiarity with Cisco Identity Services Engine and DNA

Company

National Football League (NFL)

The National Football League is America's most popular sports league, comprised of 32 franchises that compete each year to win the Super Bowl, the world's biggest annual sporting event.

Founded in 1920

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nfl.com

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