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The Network Operations Center (NOC) Manager is a pivotal role responsible for the management and continuous improvement of the NOC, ensuring 24x7 operations and compliance with standards. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and at least 10 years of experience in network operations, with strong leadership and communication skills. Certifications such as ITIL and CCNP are required. This position offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.
Job Responsibility:
Directly manage all NOC staff, including shift leads, engineers, and technicians
oversee staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management
Serve as the single point of contact for all NOC operations, service restoration, and incident escalation—available 24x7, 365 days/year
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of NOC processes, including monitoring, event management, incident response, and change management
Ensure compliance with state and national standards (e.g., Rule 60GG, NIST, FISMA) for network operations, security, and disaster recovery
Oversee the integration of NOC and SOC functions, ensuring effective communication, escalation, and coordinated response to security events
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all NOC activities
ensure documentation is current and audit-ready
Manage service assurance tools, dashboards, and reporting for network performance, availability, and SLA compliance
Coordinate with field services, engineering, and executive leadership to support network upgrades, migrations, and special projects
Participate in contract workgroups and program governance forums
contribute to enterprise-level planning and performance measurement
Lead disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution for network services
Foster a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer focus within the NOC team
Requirements:
Master’s degree in engineering, information technology, or related field (or equivalent formal training and experience)
Minimum 10 years of experience in network operations, including at least 5 years managing a NOC or similar 24x7 operations team
Certifications such as ITIL, CCNP/CCIE, or CISSP
Nice to have:
Demonstrated experience with disaster recovery, incident response, and service restoration in large-scale environments
Strong knowledge of network management, monitoring, and security tools (e.g., SNMP, NetFlow, SIEM, ticketing systems)
Experience with cybersecurity architecture, security standards (NIST, FISMA), and integration with SOC operations
Proven ability to manage staff, schedules, and performance in a 24x7 operational environment
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Availability to serve as the designated backup and single point of contact for all NOC operations, 24x7, 365 days/year
Experience supporting public sector or government contracts
Familiarity with Rule 60GG and State of Florida operational standards
Experience with large-scale network migrations, upgrades, and service transitions