Network Engineering Sr Manager
About The Position
GDIT is seeking a highly technical and dynamic Network Engineering Sr Manager to lead cloud and data center network teams across project delivery and operations. The role combines engineering expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership to support program execution, modernize network platforms, and contribute to business growth. The position is remote and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or higher security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required. The manager leads network engineering project-delivery and operations teams supporting cloud and data center infrastructure; oversees engineering work, project execution, resources, budgets, schedules, and quality; and develops engineering managers and staff. The role also provides technical escalation support, shapes network architectures and technology strategy, supports proposals and service delivery, and drives operational and financial improvements. GDIT describes its workplace as mission-focused and offers employees career-development resources, internal mobility support, competitive pay, benefits, wellness packages, a company-matched 401(k), paid time off, and full-flex work weeks where possible. The stated likely salary range is $148,750–$201,250, with actual compensation dependent on experience, location, and potentially contractual requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of experience managing network engineering teams; 7 or more years is strongly preferred.
- At least 3 years of hands-on network engineering or architecture experience.
- Experience with Cisco Data Center technologies.
- Experience with Palo Alto firewall platforms.
- Familiarity with enterprise and cloud networking solutions.
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail, documentation, and requirements interpretation.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret or higher security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship required.
Nice To Haves
- Seven or more years of experience managing network engineering teams is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage project-delivery network engineering teams and network operations teams supporting cloud and data center infrastructure.
- Define and delegate engineering and project tasks, and oversee project budgets, schedules, resource planning, and quality objectives.
- Mentor and develop engineering managers and staff, strengthening technical capabilities and soft skills.
- Serve as an escalation point for critical issues and deliver timely, effective resolutions.
- Design, develop, and review technical network solutions aligned with customer requirements and organizational goals.
- Research emerging technologies, conduct pilots, evaluate vendors, and develop business cases to drive innovation.
- Build scalable, resilient architectures using Cisco Data Center technologies, Palo Alto firewalls, cloud networking, and modern automation approaches.
- Support proposal development, solutioning, and service delivery to help secure new business and re-compete contracts.
- Translate customer and program requirements into actionable technical and service solutions.
- Collaborate with leadership, stakeholders, and clients to communicate program status, trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Evaluate and improve policies, processes, and operational practices to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and performance.
- Measure product, process, and team performance and develop continuous-improvement strategies and recommendations.
- Contribute to financial planning and ensure technology decisions align with budget expectations and long-term business impact.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Competitive pay.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and eligible paid family leave.
- Up to 10 paid holidays per year, as described in the benefits information.
- Full-flex work weeks where possible.
- Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental plan options.
- Vision plan.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
- AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities.
- Internal mobility team focused on career goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
