Job Summary:
Golden State Warriors is looking for a dynamic Manager to join their Information Technology team. In this role, you will lead a small, dedicated network team and play a crucial part in the delivery and security of core network services across multiple locations. You will oversee infrastructure projects, mentor your team, and assist with network engineering and escalations.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and develop the network administration team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, exceptional customer service, and professional growth
• Assist the team with day-to-day network engineering tasks, providing operational support for WAN, LAN, WiFi, and data center technologies
• Oversee and maintain network switches (Aruba), routers (Juniper), and next-gen firewalls (Palo Alto Networks)
• Manage the high-density wireless network infrastructure (Aruba APs, ClearPass, Mobility, Airwave) within our arenas, ensuring seamless performance for fans, media, and operations.
• Drive the strategy for IT network infrastructure, collaborating with the Director and other IT managers to evaluate, design, and implement new technologies with minimal disruption to business operations
• Partner with the IT Security team to identify, evaluate, and implement robust network security controls, ensuring continuous compliance with security policies and industry best practices
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex network technical issues; monitor network health and track, document, and approve network changes in line with IT change management protocols
• Develop and enforce governance, policies, and procedures related to IT networking; ensure detailed, up-to-date LAN, WAN, and WiFi documentation, including network diagrams and configuration records
• Collaborate with network vendors and service providers to manage relationships and ensure high-quality service delivery; oversee structured network cabling standards in data centers and IDFs
• Provide on-site network engineering escalation support and leadership during critical events
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or technology field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, securing, and supporting complex WiFi and LAN/WAN technologies (Aruba environments preferred); 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role directly managing network administrators or an infrastructure team
• Experience supporting high-density network environments in retail, large entertainment venues, or stadiums is a plus
• Advanced certifications such as Aruba (ACSP, ACMA, HPE-CA, HPE-S), Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), or Palo Alto (PCNSE/PAN-NGFE) are highly desirable; CompTIA Network+ or equivalents are a plus
• Deep proficiency in Layer 2 technologies (Spanning Tree, 802.1Q, Dynamic/Private VLANs) and Layer 3 routing protocols
• Extensive experience with WiFi/WLAN architecture, high-density wireless environments, Network Access Control (NAC) solutions (ClearPass preferred), and next-gen firewalls (Palo Alto preferred)
• Experience integrating network infrastructure with cloud technologies (Google Cloud, Azure, AWS) and deploying robust VPN solutions (IPSec tunnels)
• Hands-on experience managing DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI) solutions (such as Infoblox or EfficientIP) within high-performance, high-availability network architectures to guarantee maximum uptime and optimal service delivery
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead network deployments from conception to completion
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, time-management skills and communications skills (verbal and written)
• High degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability; ability to manage competing priorities under minimal supervision
Preferred:
• Experience supporting high-density network environments in retail, large entertainment venues, or stadiums is a plus
Company:
The Golden State Warriors is an American professional basketball team. Founded in 1946, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.