Director Network Operations Engineering (Jersey City)

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.Pay and Benefits: Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentiveComprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on locationPension / Retirement benefitsPaid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).The Impact You Will Have in This RoleAs Director, Network Operations Engineering, you will lead the strategy, architecture, and operational excellence of enterprise network services that support critical business operations and client connectivity. You will be accountable for building resilient, secure, scalable, and cloud‑ready network platforms across campus, data center, colocation, hybrid, and cloud environments.In this role, you will drive a cloud‑first, automation‑led network strategy, improve operational reliability and recovery, and strengthen governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) maturity. You will lead and grow a high‑performing team of network engineers while partnering closely with product, infrastructure, security, audit, and risk teams to ensure network services meet business, client, and regulatory expectations.This role reports directly to Network Operations leadership.Your Primary Responsibilities:Network Architecture & StrategyDefine and lead the design and implementation of complex enterprise network architectures, including LAN, WAN, data center, SD‑WAN, and hybrid cloud environmentsDevelop and execute network strategies and multi‑year roadmaps aligned with business objectives and industry best practicesEstablish enterprise standards for network design, client connectivity, resiliency, and securityEvaluate emerging networking technologies and recommend solutions that improve performance, scalability, reliability, and securityNetwork Operations, Reliability & PerformanceOwn enterprise‑level network operations, ensuring availability, capacity, performance, and security across on‑prem and cloud environmentsOversee the operation of routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless infrastructure, and cloud networking servicesLead the response to complex network incidents, including root‑cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actionsReduce operational risk by improving testing practices, recovery planning, and standardization of connectivity modelsMonitor network performance, utilization, and capacity; sponsor optimization initiatives such as traffic engineering and QoSCloud, Automation & ModernizationLead execution of the cloud and hybrid network strategy, including hybrid connectivity, cloud networking patterns, and cost‑optimization initiativesDrive adoption of network automation and Infrastructure as Code, leveraging tools such as Ansible, Python, and SDN technologiesEnsure network provisioning, configuration management, and change execution are automated to improve efficiency and reduce manual errorsEstablish cloud‑specific operational models, including monitoring, incident management, and financial governanceGovernance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)Own network‑related governance, risk, and compliance responsibilitiesStandardize network documentation, controls, and audit evidenceTrack audit findings, remediation actions, and control effectiveness through structured governance forumsPartner with security, risk, and audit teams to ensure ongoing regulatory readinessLeadership, Delivery & Vendor ManagementLead, mentor, and develop a team of network operations and engineering professionals, with planned growth as demand increasesSet priorities, performance goals, and accountability across the organizationLead network‑related programs and initiatives, including upgrades, migrations, and technology refreshesDefine project scope, timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure delivery on schedule and within constraintsEvaluate network vendors, support contract negotiations, and manage strategic vendor relationshipsEnsure high‑quality network documentation, diagrams, procedures, and knowledge sharingCommunicate network risks, initiatives, and incidents effectively to senior leadership, including executive‑ready presentations (PowerPoint, Visio)Qualifications10+ years of experience in network engineering, operations, or infrastructure leadership roles within large, global enterprisesDemonstrated experience leading and developing technical teamsBachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent practical experienceExperience supporting regulated or highly audited environmentsTalents Needed for SuccessDeep expertise in enterprise network architecture and operationsExpert‑level knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including: TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLSVLAN, STPNetwork security protocols (IPsec, SSL/TLS)Strong experience with data center, hybrid, and cloud networkingExtensive experience with enterprise network devices and vendorsIn‑depth understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and access controlProven ability to lead incident response, root‑cause analysis, and operational improvement programsStrong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skillsDemonstrated experience driving organizational process improvement and changeNice to Have SkillsExperience with Infoblox, Guardicore, or similar network/IPAM/security platformsPrior ownership of client connectivity platforms or servicesExperience building centralized network topology or observability repositoriesAdvanced network certifications (CCIE, JNCIE)The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC’s subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC’s Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at or connect with us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.
DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you’ll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It’s the chance to make a difference at a company that’s truly one of a kind.Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here.Serves as a dedicated technology resource for advancing DTCC’s business opportunities and providing industry thought leadership for leveraging new technology. The goal of this new department is to partner internally with IT, our business and regulatory divisions and externally with clients, regulators, and fintech vendors, to help build new platforms and business models to advance DTCC’s mission to support the financial markets.Full timePosting Date: 2026-06-16