Manager, Network Engineering

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The Manager, Network Engineering is responsible for leading and overseeing our network engineering team. This role involves managing the design, implementation, and maintenance of our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. The manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, drive innovation and lead strategic initiatives to support business objectives. Success in this role is demonstrated by innovative thinking, a scalable and automation first approach, and a true servant leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

Provide leadership, mentorship, and management to a team of highly skilled network engineers

Lead the design and implementation of complex network topologies, ensuring seamless integration of various network components while adhering to security and scalability standards. Lead with an “automation first” or “DevOps” mindset

Lead a team to troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues promptly, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence. Platforms include but are not limited to Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Dell, etc.

Oversee network strategies, policies, and best practices to ensure robust, scalable, and secure network operations

Oversee network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and cybersecurity best practices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define network requirements for new projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and network best practices

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in DDoS mitigation and networking, and apply this knowledge to enhance the organization's network infrastructure

Understanding of DDoS attack vectors, attack trends, and emerging threats to proactively enhance the organization's DDoS mitigation capabilities

Collaborate with QTS InfoSec teams to develop, test, and refine incident response plans for DDoS attacks, ensuring rapid and effective response when needed

Manage on-call rotation to provide timely support for network emergencies and incidents

Participate in Major Incident bridges and lead teams to service restoration.

Demonstrate current industry knowledge as it pertains to the following; Management of peering/IX/NAP issues, a proficient level of understanding in contemporary network architectures, networking security protocols/procedures, and network scaling/capacity issues

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business domain or equivalent professional experience

Three or more years of managerial experience in network engineering

Product familiarity with Cisco, Juniper, Arista and other switch/routing vendors

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Strong team building, mentoring, and coaching skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Data Center Experience

Ansible and/or NetDevOps experience

Relevant network engineering certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, JNCIE, or equivalent certifications in DDoS mitigation platforms.

Service provider experience, preferably in a Data Center environment.

Advanced skill level with Cisco iOS, iOS-XR, and/or Nexus OS (NX-OS)

Masters Degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

A heart for servant leadership

Strong technical troubleshooting skills

Ability to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, colleagues, and executives

Excellent written and oral communication, problem-solving, and process management skills

Ability to work well within a team environment in a matrixed organization.

Strong customer and stakeholder relations skills

Ability to learn and apply new technology and methodologies in a distributed environment

Actively invests in growing oneself and others to build the talent and capabilities required for sustained success. Provide training and mentorship for lower-level team members

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Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays

Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)

11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

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Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

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Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

Military Benefits Package

QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

QTS Crisis Fund

Wellness Program

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