IT Network Manager

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Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.

ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.

We are presently seeking aIT Network Manager who will work out of our corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA. and is committed to ensuring overall business success and corporate governance. In addition to a vast portfolio of high-performance photonic products and technologies, Excelitas offers single source convenience and reliability for integrated end-to-end photonic solutions... from light source to sensor, and everything in between. We excel at delivering innovative and customized components, sub-assemblies and fully integrated photonic systems to meet the unique illumination, optronic, sensing and optical technology needs of global OEM customers.

The dynamic and experienced IT Network Manager will lead our dedicated team of network professionals. This role is a unique blend of leadership and hands-on technical work, ideal for a candidate who is passionate about mentoring a team while staying actively involved in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our critical network infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, and security of our enterprise networks and overseeing projects that align with our strategic business objectives.

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;
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network architecture, configurations, processes, and disaster recovery plans.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 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;
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues under pressure;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders;
• Familiarity with ITIL practices for incident, change, and problem management;
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle operational support and project workloads;
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a technical team, with strong skills in delegation, performance management, and mentorship.

Preferred Certifications and Experience

• Industry 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.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field;
• An equivalent combination of education and practical experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

No relocation offered for this position

Must be a US Persons/No sponsorship offered for this position

This is an on-site position

Our hiring criteria meets the requirements of the OLF

All applicants must comply with the CGP (Controlled Goods Program).

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! Visit: www.excelitas.com/join-our-team

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