Global Operations Network Manager

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Global Operations Network Manager for a contract position with a Global Technology Solutions Provider located in Neenah, WI.

This is a strategic technical leadership role responsible for the engineering and operational evolution of a core enterprise networking ecosystem. The ideal candidate will lead solutions spanning a global software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN), Google Cloud Platform (GCP) connectivity, Intent-Based Networking (IBN), and factory-edge/operational technology (OT) environments. This leader will help modernize the digital backbone, right-size data center fabrics, and ensure seamless, zero-downtime connectivity across the enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle and 24/7 operational performance of enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, and GCP cloud networking environments
• Drive the transition toward Intent-Based Networking (IBN) and artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps)
• Optimize resilient, low-latency connectivity between on-premises sites, factory-edge nodes, and GCP using Cloud Interconnect, Cloud Router, Shared VPCs, SASE, and ZTNA frameworks
• Deliver modern EVPN-VXLAN leaf-spine data center fabrics and manage the optimization of on-premises hardware footprints
• Lead a Network as Code strategy, driving automated change management through Terraform, Ansible, Python, and GitOps workflows
• Partner with manufacturing and OT security teams to deploy, segment, and protect shop-floor networks using the Purdue Model
• Direct and mentor a team of high-performing network engineers across regions
• Manage commercial contracts, SLAs, and relationships with global ISP carriers, telecom providers, colocation facilities, and hardware vendors

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of related experience in enterprise network engineering required
• Proven track record leading enterprise-wide SD-WAN transformations (Cisco, Fortinet, or Palo Alto Networks) and SASE/ZTNA deployments (Prisma)
• Deep functional and technical knowledge of GCP cloud-native networking, including Shared VPCs, Cloud Interconnect, Cloud Router, and VPC Service Controls
• Demonstrated experience designing EVPN-VXLAN leaf-spine topologies and right-sizing hybrid/on-premises data center networks
• Proficiency managing network infrastructure through automation pipelines using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Python, and Git/GitOps
• Expert knowledge of core protocols including BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP, VXLAN overlays, and IPv4/IPv6 enterprise addressing schemes
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Desired skills:

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT
• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role overseeing distributed global teams
• Experience with industrial/manufacturing OT network security concepts (IEC 62443, industrial firewalls)
• Experience with Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM) and observability tools such as ThousandEyes, Dynatrace, or Wireshark
• GCP Professional Cloud Network Engineer or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco Enterprise Networking solutions, including Cisco ACI and Cisco Catalyst Center
• Experience managing enterprise-grade Cisco Voice/Unified Communications (UC) architectures
• Proficiency with Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and security management platforms

Pay range: up to $96.42 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/. 

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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