Technical OSS Network SME & Project Manager

Computer Task Group, Inc•Middletown Township, NJ

11h•Onsite

About The Position

CTG is seeking an experienced Technical OSS Network SME & Project Manager to support a leading telecommunications client. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader with strong OSS expertise, project management experience, and a solid testing background. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating multiple vendor teams and preferably possess AT&T industry experience. This is a 12-month contract position located in Middletown, NJ.

Requirements

Strong experience with Technical Network OSS environments.
Proven Project Management experience within telecommunications or network operations.
Hands-on testing and QA background.
Experience managing cross-functional and multi-vendor technical teams.
Strong understanding of network infrastructure and OSS platforms.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
AT&T experience strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of telecommunications, OSS, or network operations experience.
Experience leading enterprise-scale technical implementations.
PMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications are a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

Responsibilities

Lead OSS/network operations projects from initiation through deployment and support.
Act as the primary Technical OSS SME for network systems and operational support environments.
Coordinate and manage multiple vendor teams to ensure successful project execution.
Drive testing activities including system integration testing, validation, defect management, and issue resolution.
Partner with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.
Manage project schedules, risks, dependencies, status reporting, and stakeholder communications.
Support network operations improvements, OSS enhancements, and implementation activities.