Associate Director – Network Infrastructure

Associate Director – Network Infrastructure

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 12+ years of relevant experience in managing network systems in a technical environment
• Previous management experience required
• Experience administering and maintaining Kubernetes, AWS, OpenStack, and/or Linux environments
• Experience with LAN/WAN networks and Firewall vendors including Juniper, Cisco ASA, Check Point, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms
• Hands-on understanding of site infrastructure requirements and Radio Frequency (RF)/antenna system operations
• Ability to manage projects involving both IT systems and field deployment logistics
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently, and confidently recognize and adapt to different communication techniques
• Capable of being a strong motivator and source of direction for your team and role modelling commitment to your team’s goals
• Have a people-oriented mentality and be able to build valuable relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and executive leadership
• The ability to confidently present [insert specifics], convince others of your point of view, and tailor your communication style to a wide range of audiences
• Be a strategic thinker who continuously looks for new and enhanced ways of doing things
• Possess the creativity, resourcefulness, and decisiveness needed to manage risks and respond to critical situations
• Have a strong sense of urgency in driving projects to completion and be motivated to achieve outcomes and results
• Can manage multiple or complex projects while adhering to deadlines and budget limitations

Responsibilities

• Foster and develop a highly efficient team of network engineers and GEP operations specialists responsible for secure mission infrastructure and on-site equipment readiness
• Mentor and train your team by performing regular check-ins, discussing career growth opportunities, giving constructive feedback, and acknowledging performance issues when necessary
• Lead the planning, implementation, and maintenance of SDA infrastructure, including network architecture, firewalls, compute/storage systems, and Linux-based environments (RHOSP, Kubernetes, U/X)
• Oversee GEP site operations including antenna installation, equipment lifecycle support, preventive maintenance, and anomaly response
• Develop and track performance metrics and compliance standards, ensuring infrastructure availability, incident response, and physical site integrity
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts between engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and logistics to enable secure and reliable mission execution
• Provide clear communication and executive briefings on operational status, risk, and strategic recommendations for improvements across infrastructure and GEP operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry recognized networking and security certifications and/or Cisco and Commercial Firewall vendors security certification
• Prior experience managing remote site deployments or teleport infrastructure
• Familiar with Netconf/Yang concepts and usage, cloud service integration using AWS