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Role: IT Network Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, Hybrid 4 days onsite
Duration: CTH
Pay Rate: $70-75/hour on W2, client will not consider C2C
Job overview:
We are looking for an experienced IT Network Manager to lead a team of network professionals while actively managing and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure. This role focuses on ensuring network stability, security, and performance, while driving projects aligned with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, manage, and mentor a small team of network and IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional development and training;
- Hands-On Network Operations: Actively participate in the day-to-day management of network infrastructure, including the configuration, installation, and maintenance of routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points;
- Network Architecture & Design: Design, plan, and implement scalable and secure LAN/WAN and cloud network solutions to meet current and future business demands;
- Troubleshooting & Support: Serve as the primary escalation point for complex network issues, providing advanced troubleshooting and resolution to ensure maximum network uptime and performance;
- Project Management: Plan, execute, and oversee all network-related IT projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with business goals;
- Network Security: Develop, implement, and enforce network security policies and procedures. Manage firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems to protect data and system integrity;
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with vendors, internal departments, and key stakeholders to define requirements, manage service level agreements (SLAs), and communicate project status and network performance;
Required skills
:Advanced, hands-on knowledge of network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.
- ;Hands-on proficiency with enterprise-grade switches, routers, firewalls, WLAN controllers, and cloud networking constructs
- ;Strong understanding of network security principles, including VPNs, IDS/IPS, access control, and threat management
- ;In-depth knowledge of enterprise wireless networking standards, deployment, and security
- ;Experience with cloud networking concepts and services in environments such as AWS (VPC, Direct Connect) or Azure (VNet, ExpressRoute)
- ;Experience with network monitoring/automation tools
- ;Familiarity with ITIL practices for incident, change, and problem management
- ;Proven ability to lead and motivate a technical team, with strong skills in delegation, performance management, and mentorship
.Preferred Certifications And Experienc
- eIndustry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), CompTIA Network , or equivalent are highly preferred
- ;A minimum of 7 years of experience in a technical networking role, with at least 3 years in a team leadership or management position
- ;Demonstrated experience managing large IT infrastructure projects
.Please send resume ASAP
Salary : $70 - $75