What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager of Network Engineering position at Scout Clean Energy?
Scout’s Senior Manager of Networking Engineering will lead the design, implementation, and management of the network infrastructure supporting our renewable energy power plants, remote operations center, and corporate office. This role requires deep technical expertise in multiprotocol networks, multilayer switches, network security, and network management systems. In addition to hands-on network engineering, this position includes managerial responsibilities and project oversight.
Our network environment consists of Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Cisco networking devices, with WAN connectivity via IPSec, MPLS, and Azure Infrastructure. The ideal candidate will leverage automation and monitoring tools to maintain high availability and ensure SLAs are met. They should also be comfortable navigating change management processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust network solutions.
The Senior Manager of Networking Engineering will report to the Operations Engineering Manager.
Requirements
- Oversee and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including Palo Alto, Fortinet and Cisco devices.
- Optimize LAN / WAN architecture, firewall security, and data systems performance for scalability and efficiency.
- Implement network monitoring and management systems to achieve high availability and minimal downtime.
- Install, configure, and manage firewalls, switches, and other network devices.
- Automate routine networking tasks to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Apply network security best practices to align with business requirements.
- Conduct performance tests, analyze network integrity, and generate reports.
- Develop and implement network disaster recovery plans.
- Troubleshoot and resolve escalated network support issues.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
- Collaborate with business partners to provide network engineering support.
- Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery within set deadlines.
Cybersecurity Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Organizational Fit :
Desired Personal / Leadership Characteristics
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced network engineer with leadership capabilities to drive innovation and optimize a mission-critical enterprise infrastructure. If you have a passion for cutting-edge networking technologies, strategic problem-solving, and advancing renewable energy, we encourage you to apply.
Timeline and Location
Scout aims to fill the Senior Manager, Network Engineering position as soon as possible, ideally by March 2025.
Our ideal candidate will be able to commute to our Boulder office on a 3 / 2 hybrid schedule.
Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups
We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.
Invitation to Veterans
Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.
Scout Values
Benefits
Target base salary : $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience. (Negotiable for the right candidate.) Attractive bonus potential.
Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical / dental / vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000
