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# Network Technical Operations

- **Company:** Smart Folks Inc
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Network Control, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Akamai, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Fortinet, Ddos, Splunk, Cisco
- **Published:** June 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/47819fad-e079-4779-b2c4-1e14fa800713

## About the Role

* Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, etc.
 * 12+ years in network operations or engineering, with at least 5 years in a managerial or lead role
 * Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade switches, routers, firewalls, CDN, DDOS, VPN and load balancers (e.g., Cisco, Arista, Fortinet, F5, Zscaler, Akamai CDN and DDOS solutions)
 * Familiarity with network monitoring tools (Selector AI, Splunk)
 * Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and hybrid network environments
 * Understanding of network security, segmentation, and compliance requirements

Preferred Certifications

CCNP/CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking, ITIL v4

## Description

* Network Technical Operations Manager to lead the daily operations of our enterprise network infrastructure. You will manage a cross-tier team (L1,L2,L3), ensure high network availability, streamline incident and change management, and drive operational excellence.
 * Key Responsibilities
 * Lead and optimize 24x7 network operations across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Manage incident response, major outages, and post-incident reviews (RCA).
Oversee L1,L2,L3 team performance, development, and shift planning.


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