Network Manager Job Description Template/Brief

We are hiring a network manager to install and maintain our company's computer networks and train employees to give first-rate technical assistance.

Because most organisations are growing more reliant on technology, your function will be increasingly crucial to the smooth operation of the firm. You'll be part of an IT team that includes project managers, network engineers, and support employees. If there are issues with the system, it would be your responsibility to have a recovery plan to minimise any disturbance to the business.

Network Manager Job Profile

Network managers oversee a company's network staff and assist all network systems and subsystems. They plan, develop, and maintain network infrastructure, which includes components such as switches and routers and the installation of extra servers.

They engage in strategic planning for medium and long-term timelines based on corporate objectives to stay up with new advances. They manage firewalls and internal network security, current anti-spam and antivirus systems and the implementation of new anti-spam rules.

Reports To

  • CTO

Network Manager Responsibilities

  • Encourage projects that reduce total medical costs and enhance the quality of care
  • Create and implement NOC standards, procedures, and processes
  • Take the lead in resolving high-level and sophisticated provider service issues
  • Develop and implement provider network management strategies and contracts for the firm
  • Assist network node validation, deployment, optimisation, and operation
  • Create value-added solutions that satisfy the demands of customers' businesses and share significant learnings with others
  • Attract, acquire, and hire elite people, as well as develop, mentor, coach, and retain them
  • Work with vendors to negotiate additional service features and price
  • Ensure proper implementation and management via matrix partners
  • Accountable for third-party service solutions and cost delivery
  • Represent the organisation in external provider meetings and conferences as needed
  • Collaborate with business partners to build a perimeter and edge security plan
  • Manage meaningful provider connections and is responsible for crucial contact with providers and business personnel
  • Develop suggestions based on monitoring data, tool analysis, and forensics
  • Interact with press and media representatives on medical policy, procedures, and associated topics as directed
  • Recognise, create, track, monitor, and report on critical programme performance measures such as utilisation, coding, and STARs/quality performance

Network Manager Requirements & Skills

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject
  • Thorough understanding of all networks, particularly those utilised by the organisation
  • Knowledge of VPN, cloud, Linux, and routing protocols
  • Working knowledge of SIP, IPSEC, DCHP, and RFP/RFI software and systems
  • Interpersonal skills and presentation experience
  • Proven problem-solving and project-management abilities
  • Negotiation abilities
  • Teamwork abilities
  • Business understanding
  • Budgeting and financial planning experience