Job Description
We are leading a confidential search for a Supervisor of Network Services for an IT Service Provider in the Phoenix Area. This will be a hands-on player/coach managing a team of 3.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee the maintenance and support of internal network (offices, data centers, VPNs, inter-site connectivity).
- Supervise the access, performance, and integrations between various tools and platforms.
- Manage network vendor relationships, and coordinate with vendors for system upgrades, patches, and issue resolution.
- Participate in security audits and implement best practices to protect internal infrastructure.
- Lead and mentor the network services team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for network products and services.
- Oversee infrastructure growth and scalability.
- Evaluate industry trends and advancements to ensure that network solutions and infrastructure remain cutting-edge and efficient.
- Oversee routing, switching, firewalls, and wireless for internal use and interfacing with client networks.
- Manage access, performance, and integrations between tools.
- Ensure all internal systems and networks are monitored for availability and performance.
- Create and maintain SOPs for network systems.
- Collaborate with Security and Infrastructure Teams to optimize networks for applications and systems.
- Manage a team of Network Administrator and Engineers to proactively monitor and respond to internal and client network issues and work network projects.
- Respond to network outages within established SLA’s
Additional Responsibilities:
- Serve as a mentor for the Support Teams and Network Administrators
- Serve as a resource for both client and internal projects as needed
- Maintain internal firewall rules, access policies, and the segmentation between client and MSP infrastructure.
- Manage internal VPNs and secure remote access for employees.
- Maintain network management systems to monitor internal and Client infrastructure.
- Perform proactive maintenance, updates, and lifecycle management on core systems.
- Support internal teams (helpdesk, systems, NOC) by maintaining the tools and networks they rely on.
- Serve as an escalation point for internal and client-facing network related issues.
- Maintain detailed and up-to-date internal network diagrams and documentation.
- Manage the internal and client-facing IP space.
- Troubleshoot, resolve, and communicate network issues to clients, peers, and leadership teams
Requirements for the Role:
- Professional level IT Certifications, such as: CCNP, SNSP or equivalent.
- Deep knowledge of networking concepts (L2/L3, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Platforms such as Catalyst, Nexus, Meraki, Umbrella, etc.
- Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls
- Hands-on experience with SASE platforms such as HarmonySASE,
- Hands-on experience with NAC such as 802.1x, ACLs, RBAC, etc.
- Knowledge of automation platforms such as Rewst, Ansible and Postman
- Familiarity with Linux
- Knowledge of Windows Server administration
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as Logic Monitor or PRTG
- Diagnosis skills for complex technical issues.
- 3-5 years of experience managing and monitoring enterprise, data center and cloud networks
- 3-5 years of leading teams of Network Engineers and Administrators
- 3-5 years of MSP experience
- Experience with PSA tools such as Connectwise or AutoTask
- Interpersonal skills: such as telephony skills, communication skills, active listening and client-care.
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong documentation and time-management skills
- Service awareness of all organization’s key IT services for which support is being provided.
- Understanding of support tools, techniques, and how technology is used to provide IT services.
- Typing skills to ensure quick and accurate entry of service request details.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment.
- Ability to travel onsite domestically when needed
- Availability to work in-office 2-3 days a week
Job Tags
Work at office, Remote work, Night shift, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,