IT Networking Director

Job Description We are seeking an experienced people manager to lead our SecureIT Networking team. In this role, you will guide the efforts to support IT networking and standards supporting our closed areas and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. With us, you’ll be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow your career in a cutting edge, dynamic environment. You’ll lead a critical function in a fast-paced environment, shaping the security and reliability of our most sensitive systems, while growing your leadership and technical expertise. If you thrive on solving complex infrastructure challenges and mentoring high performing teams, we want to hear from you.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Support the deployment of IT-related networking equipment in standardized environments
• Work with all SecureIT teams to maintain and publish accurate implementation schedules; receive and inventory hardware components; help develop and maintain thorough documentation for processes and system configurations
• Collaborate with senior IT & Security leaders to deliver compliant, efficient products
• Oversee recruiting, task assignment, scheduling, performance reviews, and other managerial duties for the Networking team
• Provide regular, comprehensive status updates to managers, team leads, project managers, and business partners, and facilitate necessary meetings
• Act as a 2nd/3rd‑level escalation point for operational systems, working closely with cross‑disciplinary teams

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 12 or more years of IT experience including both technical and people leadership experience with a Bachelor Degree preferred
• 4+ years of experience managing a team of networking professionals
• 5+ years of closed area networking support
• Knowledge of networking best practices, policies and regulations
• A clear understanding of client/server technology and network architecture
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Advanced leadership and conflict management skills
• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Great project management skills, including organization, planning, time management and prioritization
• Experience and expertise with Cisco networking equipment
• Active Secret security clearance and ability to attain a Top Secret clearance
• Ability to empower team members to make decisions at the most appropriate level, while retaining overall accountability
• Understanding of automation practices and methodologies (Ansible Automation Platform, scripting, etc.)
• Occasional off-hour response to outages and subsequent service restoration efforts is required

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s degree in Information Technology Management, or similar discipline
• CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent certification), or completed within three months of hire

• Experience and expertise with Juniper networking equipment

• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and work in standing or kneeling positions while installing or connecting computing equipment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.


Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.