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Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · On-site

... LTE packet core. The successful candidate will oversee the team that manages Southern Linc ... Supervise and mentor Core Network Engineering team members; manage performance and development.

Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

... LTE packet core. The successful candidate will oversee the team that manages Southern Linc ... Supervise and mentor Core Network Engineering team members; manage performance and development.

Wow

Principal Engineer, Core Network

Augusta, GA · Hybrid

Principal Engineer, Core Network- HYBRID The Opportunity We're looking for a Principal Engineer ... packet-level insights. Cross-Functional Communication The ability to translate technical network ...

Southern Company

Networking Manager

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

... LTE packet core. The successful candidate will oversee the team that manages Southern Linc ... Supervise and mentor Core Network Engineering team members; manage performance and development.

Vaco LLC

Senior / Lead Network Engineer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

$97K - $133K/yr

... Core Networking - BGP / OSPF / DHCP / DNS / TACACS / RADIUS / VPN Technologies / Packet Capture ... Network Engineering (8+ years | hands-on) - Supporting Large-Scale / Multi-Site / Global ...

C3EL

Senior Network Engineer

Honolulu, HI

$102.70K - $140.70K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Security Clearance: Secret Location : Fort Shafter Flats, HI (Due to the ... This position is responsible for the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of core ...

LLNL

Cloud and Core Network Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

We have an opening for a Cloud and Core Network Engineer . You will play a critical role in helping the laboratory seamlessly adopt and operate multi cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP ...

Packet Digital, LLC

QA Technician - Intern

Fargo, ND · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Quality Technician Intern Packet Digital is looking for a Quality Technician Intern to join our ... Analyze test data and assist with reports for engineering and quality teams * Work closely with ...

TextNow

Tech Lead, Mobile Core Network Engineering

$103.90K - $143.30K/yr

If you're a strong SRE or infrastructure engineering leader with deep networking knowledge and a ... You can reason about packet flows across distributed systems and debug from the wire up. > * Vendor ...

Peregrine

Network Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... core network protocols: LACP, Ethernet, VLANs, ARP, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, DHCP, DNS, NAT. • ... using packet capture tools to resolve network issues such as Wireshark, libpcap, tcpdump or VPC ...

LLNL

Cloud and Core Network Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

We have an opening for a Cloud and Core Network Engineer You will play a critical role in helping the laboratory seamlessly adopt and operate multi cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP ...

C3EL

$103.10K - $141.30K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Security Clearance: Secret Location: Fort Shafter Flats, HI (Due to the ... This position is responsible for the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of core ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern packet core network engineer in the United States is $25.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Packet Core Network Engineer vs Intern Radio Access Network Engineer?

AspectIntern Packet Core Network EngineerIntern Radio Access Network Engineer
Required CredentialsNetworking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP), basic understanding of LTE/5G core architectureWireless certifications, knowledge of RAN technologies, LTE/5G radio principles
Work EnvironmentNetwork labs, telecom infrastructure, data centersCell towers, radio sites, telecom equipment rooms
Employer & Industry UsageTelecom operators, network equipment vendorsMobile network providers, telecom infrastructure companies

The Intern Packet Core Network Engineer focuses on core network elements like LTE/5G core, while the Intern Radio Access Network Engineer concentrates on radio access components such as base stations and radio towers. Both roles are essential in telecom networks and often overlap in training and industry usage, but they specialize in different parts of the network infrastructure.

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Networking Manager

Networking Manager

Southern Company

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Southern Company rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Description
Networking Manager
Southern Linc - Southern Company
JOB SUMMARY
The Networking Manager provides leadership and technical direction for the design, implementation, and operation of Southern Linc's core IP network infrastructure within its datacenters. This position blends IP networking and telecommunications engineering expertise to plan, procure, install, and maintain mission-critical systems supporting Southern Linc's 4G LTE packet core.
The successful candidate will oversee the team that manages Southern Linc's network equipment such as datacenter switches, routers, firewalls, and proprietary telecommunications systems. They will also collaborate with operations and monitoring teams to ensure reliability and performance. The manager will also establish and enforce installation, operational, and cybersecurity standards consistent with industry and Southern Company's best practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and implement virtualized network and server infrastructure to support capacity growth and lifecycle upgrades.

  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures.

  • Serve as an escalation point for Southern Linc's Customer Care and Network Operations Center.

  • Collaborate with IT Security to support assessments and remediation activities.

  • Manage network issues and tickets; participate in an on-call rotation, including nights and weekends.

  • Provide input for annual capital and O&M budgets.

  • Supervise and mentor Core Network Engineering team members; manage performance and development.

  • Lead long- and short-term business planning for the Core Network Engineering team.

  • Oversee network performance improvement initiatives and budgeting for the Core Network Engineering group.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred.

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience maintaining IP routing and switching equipment.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience designing and implementing networking systems in collaboration with vendors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Deep understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols, including OSI model, Ethernet, 802.1Q, IP, TCP/UDP, OSPF, BGP, and IPSec.

  • Strong knowledge of firewalls and stateful inspection principles.

  • Experience with Syslog, SNMP, and other network monitoring protocols and tools.

  • Proficiency with network traffic analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).

  • Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.

  • Proven leadership and team management abilities.

  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills.

  • Ability to innovate, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or higher).

  • Experience with firewall policy management (Palo Alto preferred).

  • Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) concepts and solutions (Arista CCF/EOS preferred).

  • Experience with VMware and NSX-T virtualization technologies.

  • Knowledge of LTE cellular technology, signaling, and best practices.

  • Experience with carrier network deployments or MPLS traffic engineering.

  • Understanding of intrusion prevention systems and cybersecurity best practices.

WORK LOCATION
  • Alabama Power Corporate Headquarters- Birmingham, AL

  • Hybrid work environment may be available based on business needs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
  • Occasional travel to datacenter sites or vendor locations may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Standard office and datacenter environments.

  • Participation in on-call rotation, including nights and weekends.

  • May require lifting and installation of network equipment.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
  • Safety-focused and committed to Southern Company's values.

  • Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and teamwork.

  • Customer-focused with a commitment to reliability and service excellence.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.
  • Candidate will need to pass Southern Co ITP certification

About Us
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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