Information Technology Manager (Network Services)
2 days ago
Newark
Summary of Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced and proactive Information Technology Manager (Network Services) with a strong background in cybersecurity to lead the design, implementation, and management of our network and assist in cyber security initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Director, Technology Strategy and Operations, this position will play a role in maintaining a secure, reliable, and scalable environment that supports business operations and protects against evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate will be both technically hands-on and strategically minded, with experience managing teams, vendors, and network security initiatives. Essential Functions • Oversee the integrity and robustness of network systems to ensure seamless operation and support for our business objectives. This includes overseeing the daily operations of LAN/WAN environments, firewalls, wireless networking systems., • Design and implement high-availability network architecture to support business continuity and facilitate growth., • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime. Manage and deploy Intune for enhanced device and application management., • Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to enforce network security policies and controls, ensuring robust protection against threats, • Manage firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and implement network segmentation strategies., • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, and others as applicable)., • Conduct regular risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and develop remediation plans for network assets., • Actively participate in strategic IT planning initiatives and contribute to the development of infrastructure roadmaps., • Assist in the management of vendor relationships, oversee IT contracts, and assist in facilitating the procurement processes for network and security technologies., • Work alongside the team to develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)., • Take the lead in managing and responding to network-related incidents and facilitate post-incident reviews to enhance our response strategy., • Establish robust logging, monitoring, and alerting mechanisms for early detection of threats., • Assist in Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) activities to ensure operational stability during disruptions. Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or similar is required or four (4) years directly related professional experience may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, in addition to the (5) years’ experience required below., • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a network security or cybersecurity focused role., • Professional certifications: CCNP, CISSP, CISM, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent is preferred., • Experience in network administration and architecture is preferred., • Experience in network security or cyber security is preferred., • Deep understanding of physical and virtual firewall architecture is preferred., • Strong understanding of Intune, Azure EntraID platform, TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, DNS, DHCP, and SD-WAN is preferred, • Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls, Zero Trust architecture) is preferred., • Hands-on experience with firewall rule design, VPNs, and NAC (Network Access Control) is preferred. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive Salary, • Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Benefits subject to employee contributions, • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, • Life Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • 401(a) Retirement Plan (6% of employee’s salary funded by GDC), • 457(b) Retirement Plan – (Pre-Tax Salary Contributions Elected by Employees), • Earned Vacation (20 days per year) and Sick Time (12 days per year), • Paid holidays