Network Engineering Manager
Job TitleHow you'll make an impact in this role Engineering Leadership & Architecture Alignment: Direct a multi-disciplinary team of senior engineers across WAN/SD-WAN, route/switch, network security, wireless, application delivery (ADC/LADC), and Infoblox DDI, translating enterprise architectural roadmaps into scalable operational delivery. Mission-Critical SLA & Availability Management: Maintain high availability across hybrid-cloud and data center networks, serving as the ultimate technical escalation point for critical incidents, root-cause analysis (RCA), and continuous operational remediation. Operational Execution & KPI Optimization: Establish standardized workflows, change-management protocols, and metrics tracking to ensure rigorous compliance with operational SLAs, milestone delivery, and high-performance infrastructure execution. Lifecycle & Vendor Governance: Direct end-to-end network initiative lifecycles, lifecycle management, and third-party vendor performance, enforcing strict accountable delivery timelines and operational standards. Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement: Spearhead process improvement initiatives, automation readiness, and infrastructural hygiene to minimize operational complexity and raise team technical maturity. What minimum requirements you'll need
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Advanced Enterprise Certifications:
Active Cisco CCIE (Routing/Switching or Enterprise Core) or equivalent tier-1 vendor credentials (e.g., Palo Alto PCNSE, F5 CSE).Infrastructure Automation Exposure: Experience driving team integration of network automation tools and frameworks (Python, Ansible, Terraform) into legacy route/switch and DDI environments.
Cloud Networking Management: Demonstrated experience overseeing hybrid-cloud connectivity architectures across major cloud platforms (AWS Direct
Connect, Azure ExpressRoute).Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection.
We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.