NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Network Services Manager
Galveston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$131K/yr - $131K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Network Services Manager to lead the design, modernization, and secure operation of the County’s enterprise network. This hands-on leadership role combines technical depth with strategic oversight to ensure stability, scalability, and security across various environments.
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Responsibilities
Lead the Network Services team, providing technical direction, mentorship, and performance management
Develop and execute a strategic network roadmap that aligns with County objectives, business continuity, and compliance requirements
Oversee the design and operation of Cisco Nexus fabric environments, including VXLAN EVPN spine-leaf architectures
Engineer resilient underlay and overlay topologies using OSPF, BGP, and MP-BGP
Manage enterprise Cisco Catalyst switching and Cisco 9800 wireless controllers, deploying and optimizing Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 7 technologies for secure, high-density environments
Design, deploy, and maintain Peplink 5G / SD-WAN edge infrastructure supporting branch offices, mobile command centers, and public-safety vehicles
Administer NetMotion Mobility for secure, persistent remote connectivity and optimized field communications
Architect and maintain Cisco Unified Communications systems (CUCM, Unity, Jabber, Webex) to support enterprise voice and collaboration
Direct the lifecycle management, policy design, and segmentation of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and Palo Alto NGFW platforms
Implement and manage Azure Load Balancers, Azure VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute to ensure secure hybrid connectivity between data centers and cloud workloads
Manage F5 load balancers to optimize application availability and performance
Oversee Cisco ISE and Cisco Duo MFA for identity-based access control and Zero-Trust enforcement
Manage CASB and Microsoft Defender solutions for SaaS visibility, endpoint protection, and identity threat defense
Apply CISSP-level best practices across governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
Develop and test disaster recovery and failover strategies ensuring high availability and rapid recovery
Utilize structured change-management practices for implementing network and security modifications
Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cloud, and Security teams to maintain a unified, policy-driven network
Establish standards, documentation, and operational procedures supporting continuous improvement
Manage vendor relationships, evaluate emerging technologies, and provide strategic recommendations to IT leadership
Partner with compliance and audit functions to ensure CJIS and regulatory alignment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in network infrastructure including two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
Advanced knowledge of network architecture, firewall policy design, incident response, and disaster recovery planning
Proven leadership in enterprise network and security management
Expert-level proficiency in Cisco Nexus, VXLAN EVPN, and data-center fabric technologies
Deep understanding of Cisco 9800 WLCs, Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 design, and RF performance tuning
Hands-on experience with Peplink 5G / SD-WAN, NetMotion Mobility, and mobile network resilience
Strong knowledge of Cisco FTD, Palo Alto firewalls, and advanced segmentation strategies
Proficiency with Azure Load Balancers, Azure VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute connectivity
Experience with Cisco ISE, Cisco Duo MFA, Microsoft Purview CASB, and Defender for Endpoint/Identity
Proficiency in F5 load balancing, Cisco Catalyst switching, and Cisco Unified Communications platforms
Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills, with a collaborative leadership style
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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