FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States · 21 hours ago
Network Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026
Miami, FL
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expFIFA26 is focused on delivering the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will feature 48 teams across three host countries. The Network Manager will play a crucial role in managing network planning, delivery, and operations for the event, ensuring seamless connectivity and support for all related activities.
Responsibilities
Review Network Infrastructure design and ensure all the aspects of the Network deliverables are implemented at venues and offices according to FIFA requirements and are integrated into overarching operational model:
Actively participate in the scope definition, procurement liaison, supplier selection and onboarding of Telco and Network suppliers
Lead the management of network infrastructure build and implementation, ensuring timely availability of components and services and including the commissioning and decommissioning of venues
Overseeing the effective and efficient provision of Network services for FIFA Offices, Tournaments and Events at select FIFA Events. Track the progress of network implementation, report status, issues and risks related to Network projects and operations, according to IT governance and keep counterpart aligned
Performing equipment configuration, tests, handover, monitoring and troubleshooting
Manage Network Engineers
Liaise and / or support with Network projects in clarifying requirements, adhering to robust change management protocol. Ensure that all information pertaining to the delivery and support of Event Network are communicated to and well understood by all parties. Deliver technical guidance, coaching & mentoring to team members, including preparation of good practice and educational material for personnel
Qualification
Required
University degree or similar higher education, in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
Technology certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent experience
Proven track of record of delivery of wireless networks in complex and high-density areas
Expertise in structured cabling (copper and fibre) in a heterogeneous model
Strong IT skills and relevant knowledge in Telecom Infrastructure Service, including infrastructure design and implementation, network integration and connectivity
Should have broad understanding of Telecom Infrastructure and Information Technologies in Sport Events and sufficient experience in design, commissioning and operation of following systems: BCN, WAN/MAN/LAN, MPLS, VLAN, VoIP, CATV/IPTV, Multicast, Spectrum, Mobile Networks
A minimum experience of 8-10 years in Network (routing/switching/security/wireless technologies)
Experience in the Sports / major event industry
Proven track record of successful delivery of complex Network projects
Fluent in English
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
Preferred
Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
Company
FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States
The FIFA World Cup 26™ will be 23rd edition of the tournament - the first to feature 48 teams and three host countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Emilio Casillas
Recruitment and Workforce Partner
Jurgen Mainka
Chief Tournament Officer México, FIFA World Cup 2026
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