Network Operations Lead

If you are a highly experienced network professional with a passion for leading and managing teams to deliver exceptional network operations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity

Position: Network Operations Lead

Location: San Francisco, California, United States

Salary: $190000 - $240000

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Operations Lead to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. As the Network Operations Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing our company's network operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of our network infrastructure. You will work closely with our IT department and cross-functional teams to ensure that our network operations align with our business objectives and support our overall mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of network engineers, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure the delivery of high-quality network operations.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our company's network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Develop and implement network policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the security, reliability, and performance of our network.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot any issues that may arise, ensuring timely resolution to minimize downtime and impact on business operations.
• Proactively identify potential network problems and implement preventative measures to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and implement network upgrades and improvements, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements in network technology, and make recommendations for the adoption of new tools and technologies to improve network performance.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective solutions for network infrastructure and services.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Train and mentor junior network engineers, providing technical guidance and support to foster their professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Extensive knowledge of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Strong experience with network security, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and network access control.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools, such as SolarWinds, Cisco Prime, or PRTG.
• Hands-on experience with network hardware, including Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto devices.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex network issues.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Join our team and be a part of our mission to provide a reliable and secure network infrastructure for our company's success.