Deputy Chief Networking Officer

Deputy Chief Networking Officer (DCNO)

City of Philadelphia - Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT)

Location: Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire
Position Overview

The City of Philadelphia is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Deputy Chief Networking Officer (DCNO) to lead the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the City's networking infrastructure. Reporting directly to the CIO, the DCNO will play a critical role in shaping the City's IT roadmap, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing network systems that support organizational goals and public service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the CIO to develop and implement networking strategies aligned with the City's IT roadmap.
• Lead the design and deployment of innovative networking solutions.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends in network architecture.

Network Design & Architecture

• Design, implement, and maintain LAN, WAN, VPN, and cloud-based networking solutions.
• Evaluate and deploy new technologies to enhance performance, scalability, and security.
• Plan and execute network expansions and upgrades.

Network Operations & Maintenance

• Ensure continuous uptime and availability of network systems.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain documentation.

Security Management

• Implement firewalls, encryption, IDS/IPS, and access controls.
• Conduct audits, vulnerability assessments, and incident response.

Performance Optimization

• Use monitoring tools to track bandwidth and traffic patterns.and load balancing.

Disaster Recovery & Continuity

• Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Ensure backup, replication, and failover systems are in place.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance.
• Develop and track networking budgets, identify cost savings, and forecast future needs.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work across departments to align networking goals with organizational objectives.
• Communicate plans, policies, and updates to stakeholders.

Innovation & Improvement

• Identify areas for operational improvement.
• Leverage technology to enhance efficiency and team performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Communications, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10-15 years of infrastructure and data center experience, with at least 3 years in leadership roles.
• 5 years of managerial/supervisory experience in large-scale data center operations.
• Network Systems Certification (e.g., JNCIP) or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.