Network Engineering Sr Manager

Accountabilities: Engineering leadership and project delivery Lead and manage network engineering and operations teams responsible for cloud and data center infrastructure projects and ongoing service delivery. Define priorities, delegate technical and project responsibilities, and oversee project schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and quality standards. Mentor engineering managers and technical staff, supporting professional development, technical growth, and leadership capabilities. Serve as the escalation point for critical technical and operational issues, coordinating timely investigations and effective resolutions. Network architecture and technical strategy Design, evaluate, and review network architectures and technical solutions that meet customer requirements and align with organizational objectives. Develop secure, scalable, resilient, and high-performing network environments using Cisco Data Center technologies, Palo Alto firewall platforms, cloud networking solutions, and modern automation approaches. Research emerging technologies, evaluate vendors, conduct pilots, and develop business cases to guide technology investments and modernization initiatives. Promote innovative engineering practices and identify opportunities to improve infrastructure capabilities, reliability, and service delivery. Business development and stakeholder engagement Support proposal development, technical solutioning, and service delivery planning to secure new business opportunities and support contract recompetes. Translate customer needs and program requirements into actionable technical architectures, project plans, and service solutions. Collaborate with senior leadership, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders to communicate project status, operational trends, risks, and opportunities. Contribute technical and strategic insights that strengthen customer relationships and support long-term business growth. Operational excellence and financial management Assess existing engineering policies, operational procedures, and service delivery practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and effectiveness. Establish and monitor performance metrics for products, processes, and teams, developing recommendations to improve service quality and operational outcomes. Support financial planning and budget management, ensuring technology decisions align with financial expectations and long-term business objectives. Maintain high standards for technical documentation, requirements interpretation, risk management, and project quality. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience. At least 5 years of experience managing network engineering teams, with 7 or more years strongly preferred. At least 3 years of hands-on experience in network engineering and architecture. Demonstrated experience leading technical teams responsible for enterprise network infrastructure, project delivery, or network operations. Practical experience with Cisco Data Center technologies and Palo Alto firewall platforms. Familiarity with enterprise networking, cloud networking architectures, and modern infrastructure automation approaches. Strong understanding of network architecture, solution design, technical implementation, and operational support in complex environments. Proven leadership and people management skills, including the ability to mentor technical professionals, develop managers, allocate resources, and manage team performance. Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, resource planning, quality objectives, and operational deliverables. Ability to evaluate emerging technologies, assess vendors, develop technical business cases, and drive infrastructure modernization. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities and effective stakeholder management across technical and business teams. Exceptional attention to detail, with strong documentation practices and the ability to interpret complex requirements accurately. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills, particularly when resolving critical technical issues and managing competing priorities. Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, senior leadership, engineering teams, and business development stakeholders. U.S. citizenship is required. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance or higher. An existing clearance is not required for consideration, but the ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance is essential. Benefits Competitive annual salary: Expected range of $148,750–$201,250 , depending on experience, geographic location, and applicable contractual requirements. Actual compensation may fall outside this range. Comprehensive healthcare: Multiple medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts, plus dental and vision coverage. Retirement savings: Access to a 401(k) plan with company matching and pre-tax and post-tax contribution options. Flexible work arrangements: Fully remote work and a flexible workweek where operational requirements permit. Paid time off: Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year for new employees, prorated based on the start date, plus 10 paid holidays annually. Family and personal leave: Paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and access to a paid family leave program offering up to 160 hours in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees. Income protection: Short-term and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and other protection options. Additional insurance options: Access to personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance. Professional development: Career growth resources, internal mobility opportunities, and tools to help identify future career paths and learning opportunities. Leadership opportunities: The chance to manage engineering teams, shape network architecture strategy, and contribute to complex enterprise and government technology programs. Mission-driven environment: Opportunities to work on innovative cloud, cyber, and infrastructure solutions supporting important government and defense missions. Limited travel: Travel requirements are expected to remain below 10%.