Sr. Director Core Infrastructure Operations

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr. Director of Core Infrastructure Operations to join our team In this role you will get to drive modernization and operational efficiencies to support Parson IT service excellence.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leadership
• Build and lead a high-performing (IOC + engineering organization, including hiring, coaching, workforce planning, and on-call/shift rotations.)
• Serve as leadership oversight for network and data center related incidents to ensure high-quality communications and post-incident RCAs.
• Provide 24/7 response to critical issues.
• Network Reliability & Performance
• Own availability, performance, and capacity across LAN/WAN/WLAN/Datacenter/Cloud networking; manage carriers, circuits, and peering.
• Drive SD-WAN/SASE, Zero Trust segmentation, NAC (802.1X), load balancing/GSLB, IPv6 strategy, QoS, and WAN optimization.
• Plan and execute lifecycle refreshes and resiliency/DR testing.
• Server and Data Center Reliability & Performance
• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of server and data center infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers, storage systems, and networking equipment.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of data center operations.
• Manage disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP) to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.
• Support Backup and storage for cloud and on-premise services.
• Observability & AIOps
• Define and execute the monitoring/observability roadmap (tool selection, topology/CMDB integration, event correlation, dashboards).
• Establish SLIs/SLOs and error-budget policies with SRE practices; runbooks, and auto-remediation.
• Integrate monitoring with Service Desk tools for incident, change, and problem management.
• Security & Compliance (in partnership with Cyber)
• Ensure network security controls (FW/IPS, micro-segmentation, etc) and vulnerability remediation meet policy.
• Support audits and compliance (e.g., SOX; NIST /CMMC/DFARS).
• Ensure the security of servers and data centers by implementing robust cybersecurity measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO and ensure proper documentation and audits.
• Monitor and mitigate risks related to data breaches, unauthorized access, and other security threats.
• Strategy, Architecture & Change
• Partner with Enterprise/Domain Architecture and Solutions Engineering on network, server, data center and observability strategy and standards.
• Own CAB participation and change reliability (change success rate, pre-prod testing, maintenance windows).
• Vendor, Budget & FinOps
• Manage multi-million-dollar OpEx/CapEx budgets; optimize TCO for tooling and connectivity.
• Lead vendor/carrier selection, contract negotiations, and SLA enforcement; drive measurable value.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Provide clear executive updates, KPI reviews, and action plans; enable business continuity for critical events and major programs.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience
• 12+ years of experience in IT management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role focused on core networking.
• Strong technical expertise in networking technologies: Including LAN, WAN, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network security, and cloud networking.
• Leadership and management experience: Proven ability to lead and manage a team of network professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues. In addition, Strong observability background (metrics/logs/traces/synthetics, event correlation, topology/CMDB) and integration with ITSM.
• Excellent Financial Acumen. Strong experience managing complex budgets with multiple cost centers.
• Project management skills: Ability to manage projects related to network upgrades, deployments, and other initiatives.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Preferred certifications: CCNP/CCIE; AWS/Azure networking; ITIL 4; SRE Foundations; platform certs (e.g., Datadog/Dynatrace/Splunk).

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Corporate team.For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range: $144, $260,600.00This position is eligible for incentive compensation.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyleThis position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.