Technical Manager

Technical ManagerWe are seeking a Technical Manager to join our team supporting a National law enforcement agency NOC. This team provides support services for Network(s) Management, Operations, and Maintenance for all Network(s) infrastructure. Support includes providing real-time incident monitoring, predictive and proactive analysis and reporting, incident resolution and escalation, problem management and resolution, coordinating of events related to network communications, network utilization and availability analysis and reporting. The NOC is staffed 24x7x365 with three (3) shifts of mid to senior level contract technicians, and handles approximately 4,000 tickets a month.Required QualificationsExperience:At least Ten (10) Plus years of experience in equivalent technical fieldA minimum of Ten (10) years' experience in network operations.Routing and switching/Firewall (FW)/load balancing SME with Six (6) Plus years.Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.Education:Bachelor's Degree in related technical field. or equivalent experienceCertifications preferred include:CCNP Routing and Switching Level III, CCDP, or CCIEClearance:Background Investigation is requiredResponsibilitiesProvides oversight and guidance to team of technical professionals responsible for supporting Network infrastructure operations. Provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice and Video) requirements and orders. Provides in-depth operational analysis of the Network and recommendations for IT alternatives in support of strategic modernization efforts. Responsible for the management of network performance and end-to-end service quality for the Network infrastructure. Responsible for the review and analysis of overall end-to-end network performance to maintain an acceptable level of network quality of service as per business objectives, predefined network Key Performance Indicators, and established SOPs. Lead and participate in the assessment and selection of the network performance and management tools/systems for existing and new network technologies and services. Provides support to end users, operations personnel, and Government program managers. Monitors and responds to hardware, software, and network problems. Provides the routine testing and analysis of all elements of the network facilities. Utilizes software and hardware tools and identifies and diagnoses complex problems and factors affecting network performance. Troubleshoots network systems when necessary and makes improvements to the network. Provide and support tools enhancements. Perform software and security patching.CompetenciesOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationStrategic ThinkingTechnical ExpertiseInitiativeFoster InnovationResults OrientedTeamworkOverviewThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Location: Springfield or Ashburn, VirginiaRemote or In-Person: 100% OnsiteType of environment: OfficeNoise level: MediumWork schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday.Amount of Travel: Less than 10%WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCEU.S. CitizenBackground Investigation is requiredWAGE INFORMATIONTarget salary range: $140,000 - $190,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employeesPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.OTHER INFORMATIONPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice