Senior Network & Cloud Project Manager

Overview

$As per market
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 29 day((s))

Skills

Senior Network & Cloud Project Manager
Network AND Cloud AND "Project Manager" AND ("AWS" OR "GCP" OR Azure) AND ("Local Area Network" OR "LAN") AND ("WAN" OR "Wide Area Network") AND ("aws solution architect" OR "Azure Administrator" OR "professional cloud architect") AND Deployment

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Network & Cloud Project Manager

Location: Remote Position

Job Type: Long term contract

Interview process: Team Interview

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network & Cloud Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex network and cloud infrastructure projects. This role will oversee the implementation of local and wide-area network solutions while managing cloud deployments, project teams, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Develop, define, and execute comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
  • Monitor projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards
  • Identify and allocate necessary resources for projects, defining and assigning major project roles
  • Apply both agile and waterfall methodologies to effectively manage cloud-based project plans

Cloud & Network Technical Leadership

  • Plan, design, and implement local and wide-area network solutions integrated with cloud platforms
  • Architect and deploy cloud-based infrastructure on major platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
  • Design, analyze, and modify network components supporting cloud connectivity and customer communication implementation
  • Coordinate with vendors for installation of network equipment such as routers, switches, and cloud connectivity solutions
  • Design, implement, and lead security and network-based initiatives on a large scale across hybrid environments

Team Management

  • Assign and monitor work of project/program management staff
  • Provide technical support, guidance, and direction to team members
  • Foster collaboration between technical teams, stakeholders, and vendors

Client & Vendor Relations

  • Interface with external customers and field-based employees on technical matters
  • Conduct vendor comparisons and negotiations to ensure optimal solutions and pricing
  • Maintain strong working relationships with cloud service providers and network vendors

Analysis & Planning

  • Conduct thorough project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons
  • Build, monitor, and implement cloud-based solutions with appropriate security controls
  • Develop network and cloud architecture designs that meet business and technical requirements
  • Optimize cloud resource utilization and cost management

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in network and cloud project management
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform) and associated services
  • Experience implementing both local and wide-area network solutions integrated with cloud environments
  • Proven track record of successful project delivery using agile and waterfall methodologies
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in related field
  • Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect)
  • Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master)
  • Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments
  • Experience in a multi-site or global organization

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with a resume detailing relevant experience in both network and cloud infrastructure projects.

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