Manager, Networks – Enterprise Information Technology

Date Posted: January 20th, 2026

Posting Deadline: Open Until Filled

Department: Enterprise Information Technology (EIT)

Type of Employment: Permanent , Full-Time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 8 ($89,115 - $114,848 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Manager, Networks to join our Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer, the Manager, Networks will:

• The Network Manager is the primary architect and steward of the University's network infrastructure.
• Design, Maintenance and Optimization of high-density Wi-Fi for 10,000+ concurrent devices and the high-capacity wired backbone infrastructure to support seamless campus-wide connectivity.
• This role is responsible for the strategic design, 24/7/365 reliability, and high-density performance of the campus-wide wired and wireless networks.
• The Manager ensures the Network team and SMU's technology backbone can handle the rigorous demands of modern teaching and learning, critical administration tasks, and data-intensive research.
• Serve as the Tier 3 escalation point for complex, campus-wide network issues, providing expert troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Liaise with strategic partners (e.g., ACORN-NS, CANARIE, Azure, Ellucian) to maintain and scale critical connectivity for the institution's commercial, research, and hosted services.
• Responsible for budget preparation for the unit and management of assigned staff.
• Monitors perimeter firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC), Remote Access solutions, and integration with 3rd party security vendors to ensure a robust 'zero trust' posture.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Manager, Networks you will have:

• Undergraduate Degree
• Minimum three years of directly related experience
• Project management
• Demonstrated ability in leading a team of IT Specialists and working under deadlines
• Management experience in a unionized environment
• A combination of education and experience will be considered
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of Networking technologies and standards
• Knowledge of Higher Education partners such as CANARIE, ACORN-NS, ONCHEC would be considered an asset.
• Technology certifications such as: Aruba, Fortinet, Cisco.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at (email protected).

Saint Mary's University is one of Canada's top primarily undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada's best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary's provides our more than 6,400 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, Saint Mary's University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Mary's University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a World without limits.

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