VP, Data Center Network Engineering Manager
Core
Lead the strategy, architecture, and operations of LPL's enterprise data center network ecosystem, including end-to-end delivery of network engineering, space planning, and large-scale migration programs.
Role type
VP, Data Center Network Engineering Manager
Builds
Enterprise data center network infrastructure, SDN fabrics, and hybrid cloud connectivity for a wealth management firm.
Domain
Financial Services / Data Center Network Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Enterprise network engineering, Data center management, Team leadership, Budget management, Vendor management, SDN architecture, Routing protocols, Automation/Infrastructure as Code, Disaster recovery planning, Network lifecycle management
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree
Technologies
Cisco NDO, ACI, Nexus, Catalyst, BGP, OSPF
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing Data Center Network Engineering Team; Drive hiring, mentoring, and succession planning; Manage budgets, vendors, and resource planning; Define and execute long-term network and data center strategy; Lead architecture discussions across data center SDN fabrics, routing, segmentation, and hybrid cloud; Drive automation and Infrastructure as Code adoption; Lead large-scale data center migration programs; Own DR testing, failover readiness, and decommissioning efforts; Ensure high availability, resilience, and security; Oversee lifecycle management including upgrades and EOL remediation; Own enterprise network architecture including data center SDN fabrics, routing, and segmentation; Drive continuous availability, performance, and observability uplift; Partner across infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams.
Seniority
VP, Strategy & Operations
