Network Service Manager (Required Local Candidates)
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Contract
1 week ago
$58 USD
Key skills
CRAppDynamicsLeadershipChange ManagementNetwork Security
About this role
Respond by: 04/23/2026
Rate: DOE
Type: Contract
Work Mode: Remote
Location: Austin TX
Please respond with resume and 3 references preferably supervisor (name, title, company, email, phone number)
Background Check will be performed if a candidate is selected for placement and will have to be passed'
Job Description
Job Description
Provide leadership and oversight of Network Services operations, including WAN, LAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and network security platforms
Oversee daily operational activities, including incident management, problem resolution, and service availability
Serve as escalation point for high-priority network and infrastructure issues
Coordinate and prioritize workload across Network Services teams, including infrastructure and security-focused functions
Support ongoing and planned initiatives, including:
SD-WAN implementation and optimization
Network monitoring and observability tools (e.g., ThousandEyes, AppDynamics)
Security integrations (e.g., Secure Workload, NGFW, identity services)
Provide vendor coordination and oversight for network-related services and contracts
Ensure compliance with Agency security standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Participate in change management processes and ensure proper documentation and approvals
Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineering, Data Center, Telecom, and Security teams to support cross-functional initiatives
Provide status reporting, risk identification, and mitigation planning to leadership
Maintain documentation of network architecture, processes, and operational procedures
Support knowledge transfer and continuity planning for the return of the permanent Network Services Manager
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 7 Required Minimum of seven (7) years' experience performing supervisory/management work including providing clear direction to subordinates; promoting teamwork and motivating others to accomplish goals. 7 Preferred Minimum of seven (7) years' of experience with administration, maintenance, and design of Cisco VoIP solutions is required. 5 Preferred Minimum of five (5) years' experience managing a networking team in a highly complex environment. 5 Preferred Experienced with implementation and support of 24x7x365 network, voice, and video environment.
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 7 Required Minimum of seven (7) years' experience performing supervisory/management work including providing clear direction to subordinates; promoting teamwork and motivating others to accomplish goals. 7 Preferred Minimum of seven (7) years' of experience with administration, maintenance, and design of Cisco VoIP solutions is required. 5 Preferred Minimum of five (5) years' experience managing a networking team in a highly complex environment. 5 Preferred Experienced with implementation and support of 24x7x365 network, voice, and video environment.
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 07/03/2026 and are expected to complete by 03/03/2027. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 45 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.