Senior Manager – Network Operations We are seeking a Senior Manager of Network Operations to lead and stabilize global network operations for a large enterprise environment. This role is a key operational leadership position, responsible for driving performance improvements, managing hybrid teams (onshore/offshore), and ensuring seamless communication across partners. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience in network operations, strong leadership in high-pressure environments, and a passion for operational excellence. Responsibilities + Lead day-to-day operations of the Network Operations Center (NOC), ensuring high availability and performance. + Coordinate global teams across multiple time zones, including offshore partners. + Drive root cause analysis and implement best practices in change, release, and vulnerability management. + Establish and maintain War Room Bridge processes for incident resolution. + Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and security teams to ensure alignment and escalation handling. + Develop and enforce operational cadences, shift rotations, and communication protocols. + Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners to streamline operations. + Provide data-driven insights and reporting to executive leadership. Required Skills & Experience + 8–10+ years of experience in network operations leadership roles. + Proven experience managing hybrid teams (onshore/offshore). + Strong technical foundation in: + Routing, switching, WAN/LAN, wireless, VPNs + Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, F5), Load Balancers, SD-WAN + Network observability and performance monitoring tools + Cloud networking (AWS preferred) + Familiarity with ITIL processes: Incident, Problem, Change, and Release Management. + Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. + Ability to lead without direct reports and influence cross-functional teams. Preferred Technical Exposure Candidates with experience or exposure to the following will be strongly preferred: + Security & Firewalls: McAfee Web Gateway, Barracuda Email Security, Thales Key Management, Checkpoint Mgmt Server + Network Management: Cisco Prime Infrastructure + Cisco Technologies: Nexus 2K/3K/5K/7K/9K, FEX, VPC, VXLAN, VDC + Monitoring Tools: SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, Infoblox + Protocols & Redundancy: HSRP, VRRP, GLBP + CMDB & DNS Tools: ServiceNow (CMDB), DNS record management + Cloud Integration: Integration of security tools with AWS Preferred Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. + Experience working in financial services or regulated environments. + Familiarity with tools such as Cisco ACI, Gigamon, Avaya, F5, Juniper, VIPRION, APCON, Checkpoint, Arbor Pravail, ExtraHop, NETSCOUT. Experience Level: Expert Skills: Network Operations, Team Leadership, Incident Management, Root Cause Analysis, Change Management, Cloud Networking, AWS, Firewall, Performance Monitoring, Stakeholder Management, ITIL, Cisco ACI, SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, ServiceNow CMDB, WAN Optimization, VPN, Load Balancing, DNS Management. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $68.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.