Network Lead

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Ready to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran-owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you’re aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we’ve got you covered. 

Our core values—integrity, investment, and innovation—drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work-life balance and personal growth. Our cutting-edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.

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The Network Lead serves as a lead engineer for the Networking Team, responsible for guiding a team of network engineers in daily operational activities and strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals. Acting as a liaison between the network team, business units, and management, the Network Lead ensures technology initiatives support the organization’s mission and core values.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic IT Planning: Develop and implement long-term IT strategies aligned with organizational goals, evaluate emerging technologies, and propose innovative solutions.
• Team Lead: Foster a collaborative work environment, mentor network engineers, and ensure efficient team operations.
• Project Management: Collaborate with the PMO office on resource allocation, task execution, and IT project delivery, monitoring progress and addressing risks.
• Budgeting: Assist in the budget development by analyzing cost-saving opportunities and optimizing spending.
• IT Infrastructure and Operations: Ensure network stability, security, and scalability, including system maintenance and disaster recovery planning.
• Information Security: Work with the Security Team to enforce robust security measures and ensure network compliance with regulations.
• Vendor Management: Maintain relationships with technology vendors and service providers, reviewing SLAs and monitoring performance.
• User Support and Training: Coordinate user support services and assist in identifying necessary training programs to enhance IT skills.
• IT Policies and Procedures: Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures to maintain consistency and adherence to best practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement within the IT department.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in network engineering and team leadership.
• Strong project management and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in network infrastructure and security best practices.
• Experience in vendor management and budgeting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Up-to-date knowledge of IT trends and emerging technologies.

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Why Work with Us

At Cook Systems, we don’t just offer jobs—we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here’s what you can look forward to:

• Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation’s largest networks, you’ll get the care you need for yourself and your family—wherever life takes you.
• Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.
• Flexibility for Life’s Needs: Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.
• Bridging the Gaps: Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you’re covered when it counts.
• Your Future Starts Now: Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.

At Cook Systems, you’re not just another employee—you’re a vital member of our team. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let’s build the future together at Cook Systems.

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