Network Manager

Job Description We are seeking an experienced Network Manager. The ideal candidate will lead the design, implementation, security, and ongoing support of the network infrastructure supporting Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) for a mission-critical, high-profile data center project. This role will be responsible for ensuring highly secure, resilient, and scalable network connectivity between BAS devices, controllers, servers, and enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial/OT networking within data center or mission-critical environments and needs to hold an active Cisco certification. Responsibilities: Network Architecture & DesignDesign and oversee BAS/OT network architecture including VLAN segmentation, routing, redundancy, and failover strategiesDevelop network topologies for integration of HVAC, power monitoring, environmental controls, and life safety systemsEnsure compliance with data center network and cybersecurity standardsCollaborate with IT teams to properly segment OT and IT environments Implementation & DeploymentOversee installation, configuration, and commissioning of Cisco switches, routers, and firewallsConfigure VLANs, ACLs, QoS, and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP where applicable)Implement secure remote access and VPN configurationsEnsure adherence to enterprise Cisco network standardsSupport commissioning teams during system startup and integration Cybersecurity & ComplianceImplement secure network segmentation between BAS/OT and corporate ITHarden Cisco network devices according to industry best practicesSupport compliance with data center security standards (SOC2, ISO, NIST, etc.)Monitor vulnerabilities and coordinate patch management Monitoring & PerformanceDeploy and maintain network monitoring toolsEnsure high availability and redundancy across all BAS network layersRespond to incidents and troubleshoot outages in mission-critical environmentsConduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures Project LeadershipServe as the technical Cisco network lead for the BAS portion of the data center projectCoordinate with:- Controls Engineers- IT Infrastructure teams- Cybersecurity teams- Data center operations staffDevelop detailed network documentation, diagrams, and as-builtsParticipate in project meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders Required Qualifications:5+ years of experience in network engineering or network managementActive Cisco certification required (CCNA minimum; CCNP strongly preferred)Hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco enterprise switches and routersExperience in Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS), Industrial Controls, or OT environmentsStrong knowledge of:- VLANs- Routing & switching- TCP/IP- Firewalls- VPN configuration- Network segmentationExperience working in data centers or other mission-critical facilitiesUnderstanding of cybersecurity best practices in OT environmentsAbility to obtain site security clearance (if required) Preferred Qualifications:CCNP Enterprise or higher certificationExperience integrating BAS protocols:- BACnet/IP- Modbus TCP- SNMP- Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity framework- Experience supporting hyperscale or colocation data centersProject management experience within technical environmentsCompany DescriptionStreamed Hire is an exceptional staffing provider in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina! We are passionate about finding the right people for the right positions while growing meaningful relationships that are fruitful and have depth.Company DescriptionStreamed Hire is an exceptional staffing provider in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina! We are passionate about finding the right people for the right positions while growing meaningful relationships that are fruitful and have depth.