TEKsystems · 9 hours ago
Director Of Network Engineering
Montgomery, AL
Contract
Onsite
Director/Executive
$55/hr - $65/hr
10+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Director of Network Engineering to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of their network infrastructure. This role involves managing a team of network engineers and ensuring reliable voice, data, and network provisioning across the organization while aligning network operations with business objectives.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure
Ensure reliable voice, data, and network provisioning across the organization
Provide strategic oversight and operational management of networking systems
Manage a team of network engineers
Drive initiatives to improve performance and security
Work closely with IT leadership to align network operations with business objectives
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of network infrastructure design, management, and support
Proficiency with Fortigate and Palo Alto firewall configurations, security policies, and troubleshooting
Expertise in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for secure network access and policy enforcement
Advanced skills in Cisco Nexus switch configuration and data center networking
Experience with Meraki for cloud-managed network solutions
Deep understanding of WebEx administration and integration for collaboration and communications
In-depth understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and VPN technologies
Knowledge of voice-over-IP (VoIP) protocols and systems integration
Experience in network provisioning and capacity planning
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Minimum of 10 years of experience in network engineering and management
At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role overseeing network engineering teams of at least 15 people or more
Proven track record of managing network infrastructure projects from conception through completion
Experience with network security best practices, including policy creation and incident response
Demonstrated experience with Fortigate and Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco ISE, Nexus, Meraki, and WebEx
Experience managing and forecasting for an operational budget
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Preferred
Familiarity with SD-WAN and network automation technologies
Knowledge of cloud networking environments, particularly AWS and Azure
Experience with network monitoring tools and SIEM systems (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk)
Understanding of network security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR)
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation purposes
Project management experience and familiarity with Agile methodologies
Prior experience working in a large, distributed enterprise environment
Hands-on experience with SD-WAN implementations and hybrid cloud network solutions
Familiarity with managing networks for both on-premises and remote work environments
Relevant certifications, including: Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Fortinet NSE 4 or higher, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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