Network Operations Manager

Materion • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Network Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the architecture, engineering, and operations of the organization's global network, including Firewalls, LAN, WAN, Wireless, and VPN. This role requires a high level of technical knowledge and leadership skills to ensure the network performs optimally and securely, aligning with the organization's strategic and operational goals. The Network Operations Manager will lead the network operations center and provide guidance to network engineers and IT staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• Extensive technical on-the-job experience and practical knowledge could replace academic experience.
• Minimum of ten years of experience in the industry specializing in servers, networks, or another specific infrastructure area.
• Minimum 5 years of managing infrastructure / Network teams.
• Mastery level technical knowledge of networking, including firewalls, LAN, WAN, and VPN.
• Experience with network security technologies and protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the global network infrastructure, including Firewalls, LAN, WAN, Wireless and VPN.
• Develop and maintain network architecture documentation and standards.
• Evaluate and recommend network hardware and software solutions to meet organizational objectives.
• Oversee the daily operations of the network operations center, ensuring network performance and security.
• Monitor network performance and health, troubleshooting and resolving connectivity issues.
• Maintain network security by configuring routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to network engineers and IT staff.
• Ensure adherence to network policies, standards, and security procedures.
• Coordinate with external organizations for the maintenance, service, and purchase of network hardware and software.
• Lead network-related projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Utilize project management practices and tools to manage network projects effectively.
• Collaborate with other IT teams and departments to support organizational initiatives.
• Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement innovative solutions.
• Provide proactive recommendations to management for network expansion, security, and performance enhancements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees