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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager of Network Services and IT Infrastructure - **Company:** Kaiser Aluminum - **Location:** Franklin, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Linux, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Network Service, Open Source Technology, SAP Sales and Distribution, Virtualization Technology, Wide Area Networks, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Vcenter, Fortinet, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=256b56eee0dc5290 ## About the Role What you will bring to the role: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience. * A minimum of five (5) years of experience in network services and IT infrastructure management. * Proficiency in Cisco Switching, Fortinet Firewalls/SD-WAN, and VMWare VCenter or other hypervisor services. * Strong understanding of network security principles and practices. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. * Strong leadership and team management skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Willingness to travel extensively and work in-office when not traveling. * Basic project management skills, including planning, execution, and tracking., * Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, Fortinet NSE, VCP). * Experience in the manufacturing industry. * Knowledge of cloud computing and virtualization technologies. * Strong familiarity with Linux and experience working with Open-Source Technologies. No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening. ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager of Network Services and IT Infrastructure to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of our network and IT infrastructure across the Kaiser Enterprise Network. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Cisco Switching, Fortinet Firewalls/SD-WAN, and VMWare VCenter or other hypervisor services. At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role, either now or in the future. Therefore, we cannot move forward with candidates who would require sponsorship and or are on (e.g., H-1B, F-1, STEM OPT, OPT) visas. What you will work on: * Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure. * Manage and configure Cisco Switching and Fortinet Firewalls/SD-WAN. * Administer VMWare VCenter or other hypervisor services. * Ensure network security and compliance with industry standards. * Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals. * Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives. * Manage vendor relationships and service agreements. * Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues. * Develop and implement disaster recovery plans. * Prepare and manage the IT infrastructure budget. * Plan, execute, and oversee IT projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. * Coordinate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables. * Track project progress and provide regular updates to management. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) ## Related Articles - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023)