Network Engineering Director jobs in Akron, OH

Job#: 2025407

Job Description:
Director of Network Engineering & Operations
Direct Hire
Greater Cleveland- Relocation available

Apex Systems is supporting our large client in search of a Director of Network Engineering and Operations. This person will ideally come from a utility background and have deep knowledge around networking technology, operations, regulatory and compliance standards as well as substation enablement.

Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic direction and daily leadership for the Network Engineering & Operations department, which is primarily responsible for the platforms that deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance business and operational communications for the enterprise, monitoring and response to network & system events, data center operations, and printing of customer bills.
• Provides sponsorship and oversight of an $80M annual portfolio of communications projects funded by IT and Utilities. Functions in a key leadership role to secure funding, champion, and drive the $165M target annual transmission investments in Network & Security that cut across multiple peer departments. This key investment vehicle enables the network communications investment strategy to improve the resiliency and capability of communications used for the monitoring, control, protection, operations, and maintenance of the companys energy delivery operations.
• Delivers high-performance, high-availability network communications systems, with monitoring as appropriate to achieve service expectations, scalable to business needs, and with appropriate disaster recovery capabilities.
• Ensures the operational performance and maintenance of existing networks as well as design and delivery of new products/product enhancements.
• Maintains functional knowledge of technology, technology changes, and emerging business requirements.
• Leverages leadership and technical staff to develop and champion strategies that advance processes and utilization of IT assets, in alignment with business needs.
• Champions compliance and maintains strong relationships across IT and Corporate compliance teams to ensure technical standards and regulatory requirements are defined, documented, implemented, and enforced in the network and system operations environments.
• Coordinates closely with IT peer groups to ensure that policies and sound security practices are followed.
• Coordinates with Operating Companies, support groups, and external entities to accomplish objectives.
• Ensures the departmental capital & operating budgets are managed to the approved plan.
• Ensures that departmental projects maintain scope, schedule, and budget.
• Directs personnel actions in accordance with the company's guidelines and procedures. Appraises performance and provides rewards & recognition to foster high-performing and cohesive teams. Clearly communicates priorities & expectations to the staff. Mentors & coaches' staff on work related issues.

Qualifications:

• Experience in an Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Network Engineering field.
• Knowledge of WAN, LAN, fiber, and voice & video systems.
• Knowledge of real-time systems and networks (EMS, GMS), field area networks, and SCADA communications.
• Knowledge of environmental support systems for these various technology platforms (e.g., HVAC, AC/DC power systems, batteries, generators, etc.).
• Knowledge of operations management and monitoring tools.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.