Director, Network Engineering

OverviewHarvard University IT at Harvard Business School (HBS) supports the mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The Director, Network Engineering will lead the development of the overall network strategy and manage the execution of that plan, working with the EE&A management team to provide technical leadership, support, and network solutions for the HBS community.The position is responsible for the wired and wireless campus network environment, which extends to multiple cloud environments and remote campuses. It involves developing and executing a multiyear network strategy aligned with business needs, while managing daily operations and projects.Job SummaryThe Director, Network Engineering provides strategic and operational support to faculty and stakeholders to support HBS’s mission. The role reports to the Senior Managing Director, Enterprise Engineering & Architecture (EE&A).ResponsibilitiesDirect the network team and vendors’ staff to support daily operations and project deliverablesProvide network technology leadership, vision, and solutions addressing business needs, partnering with IT colleagues and HBS departmentsDevelop, document, maintain, and manage a multiyear network strategy including a lifecycle management programDevelop and communicate annual operating and multiyear capital budgets aligned with the network strategy, and manage activities to align with this budgetEnsure ongoing documentation of critical network and telecommunications assets, processes, and proceduresManage vendor relationships and contracts for hardware, software, and services, and ensure execution against these contractsCollaborate with the University’s enterprise networking team to align strategies and services for network and voice needsContribute to cloud planning to monitor and manage network reliability and performance in a hybrid multi-cloud environmentParticipate in university and school governance committees to align network solutions with future business goalsLead by example, set clear goals and training objectives for team members, and reinforce HBS IT valuesBuild strong relationships with HBS departments to develop innovative solutions using industry best practicesEnsure HBS systems and stored information are secure according to Harvard’s policies and standardsComplete other responsibilities as assignedWorking ConditionsAdditional support outside of regularly scheduled hours may be requiredMust be available by personal cell phone during business hours and occasionally off-hours (stipend provided)Must participate in a shared 24x7x365 on-call rotation with other IT staffQualificationsBasic Qualifications:Minimum of 7 years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experienceSupervisory experienceAdditional Qualifications and Skills:Strong working knowledge of network technologies and cloud connectivity; experience planning, designing, and implementing large-scale network environmentsTechnical command of Cisco network switches, routers and protocols, wireless deployments, Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, and fiber deploymentsAbility to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to varied audiencesExcellent problem solving and decision-making skillsStrong oral, written, and presentation communication skillsExperience leading and motivating a technical staffEnterprise networking experience in a higher education settingExposure to networking connectivity into cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle)Infrastructure experience including design, lifecycle management, planning, and operationsExperience developing and managing operational and capital budgets and vendor contractsCertificates and Licenses:CCNP preferredCCIE (Security, Enterprise Infrastructure, and/or Wireless) preferredAdditional InformationStandard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per weekCompensation Range: $150,000 - $160,000, commensurate with experienceVisa Sponsorship: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionPre-Employment Screening: Identity, CriminalWork Location: Hybrid position; onsite at Boston, MA campus a minimum of 3 days per weekWork Format DetailsThis position is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options. Remote work must be performed within Harvard Registered Payroll States. Visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Candidates should expect to discuss onsite requirements during the interview process.Salary Grade and RangesSalary grade level 059. See Harvard’s Salary Ranges for details.BenefitsHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Generous paid time off including parental leaveMedical, dental, and vision coverage starting day oneRetirement plans with university contributionsWellbeing and mental health resourcesSupport for families and caregiversProfessional development opportunities including tuition assistanceCommuter benefits, campus perksLearn more about benefits on the Benefits & Wellbeing Page.EEO/Non-Discrimination CommitmentHarvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world and strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. These policies help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17