Experienced Network Management Lead for Government Sector – Hybrid Work Model with Remote and On-Site Opportunities in Network Architecture, Cloud Solutions, and Cybersecurity

Introduction to AT&T Global Public Sector AT&T Global Public Sector is a leading provider of secure, IP-enabled, cloud-based network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing, and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values, and dedicated to our customers' mission. Our team supports the customer by designing, deploying, and managing bespoke networks with security at the forefront. We are now seeking an experienced Network Management Lead to join our team and support the Intelligence Sector. Job Overview As a Network Management Lead, you will be responsible for leading a small team of software and cloud engineers, including System Admins, and providing direction on architecture design and decision-making. You will coordinate with network design leaders, develop and maintain services, design and implement network management-based applications, and participate in requirement gathering sessions. You will also collaborate with the team on application architecture design and decision-making, configure and tune application servers, and participate in production troubleshooting and issue correction. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and direction to a small team of software and cloud engineers, including System Admins Provide architecture design and decision-making Coordinate with network design leaders Develop and maintain services, including web, development, configuration management, etc. Design, implement, test, and support network management-based applications and documents design ideas Participate in requirement gathering sessions Collaborate with the team on application architecture design and decision-making Configure and tune application servers Participate in production troubleshooting and issue correction for applications after production implementations Participate in production issues remediation and troubleshooting as needed Solve complex production issues Predict emerging customer needs and develop innovative solutions to meet them Required Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will need to have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, and 16 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 8 years of experience, or Master's and 10 years, Bachelor's and 12 years, Associate's and 14 years, or High School and 16 years. You will also need to have strong Unix/Linux system knowledge and administrator experience, 5+ years of tooling and automation development experience, and a solid understanding of Layer 1-4 fundamental protocols. Essential Skills and Competencies Strong Unix/Linux system knowledge and administrator experience 5+ years of tooling and automation development experience Solid understanding of Layer 1-4 fundamental protocols Knowledge of network device configuration and management Knowledge of Unit Test framework Knowledge of Cisco Knowledge of standard networking monitoring technologies (SNMP, *Flow, etc.) Knowledge of Amazon Web Services Desired Qualifications In addition to the required qualifications, we are looking for candidates who have experience with Live Action, ServiceNow, Cloud environment experience and/or certifications, and knowledge of Agile & Scrum Methodologies. You should also have intermediate or higher knowledge of Python or any other compiled language such as Java, extended knowledge of API design (JSON, REST, etc.), 3-5 years of experience with web application development, and 2-3 years of database experience. SQL experience and configuration development on Management Software (Ansible, Salt, Puppet, Chef, etc.) are also desirable. What We Offer At AT&T, we offer a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 for this role, depending on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. We also offer a range of benefits, including: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 401(k) plan Tuition reimbursement program Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver Leave Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected Adoption Reimbursement Disability Benefits (short term and long term) Life and Accidental Death Insurance Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Extensive employee wellness programs Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone Work Environment and Company Culture At AT&T, we are pioneers of making connections and have been ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone and founded our company. That was nearly 150 years ago, and we haven't stopped innovating since. We help bring families, communities, and businesses together with the products and services they need to thrive every day. From the widespread and growing availability of 5G and Fiber to working on things we once only dreamed of—at AT&T, we create connections that change the world. Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits As a Network Management Lead at AT&T, you will have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects, develop your skills and expertise, and advance your career. You will be part of a team that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values, and dedicated to our customers' mission. You will also have access to extensive training and development programs, including tuition reimbursement, mentorship, and career coaching. Conclusion If you are a motivated and experienced network management professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Network Management Lead at AT&T, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of networking and cybersecurity. You will have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects, develop your skills and expertise, and advance your career. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our team and be part of something big. Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story. Apply for this job