Manager, IT Engineering

Date Posted: 09/30/2025

Hiring Organization: Rose International

Position Number: 489304

Industry: Insurance

Job Title: Manager, IT Engineering

Job Location: Hartford, CT, USA, 06115

Work Model: Hybrid

Work Model Details: Hybrid: 3 days per week from office

Shift: Normal working hours

Employment Type: Permanent

FT/PT: Full-Time

Min Hourly Rate($): 62.00

Max Hourly Rate($): 68.00

Must Have Skills/Attributes: BGP, Cisco, Cloud, DHCP, Juniper, LAN, Network Security, Networking, WAN

Experience Desired: Leadership role in networking (3-5 yrs); Progressive network engineering experience (7-10 yrs); Expert-level understanding of Layer 2/3 networking (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VLANs, STP) (7 yrs); Expert-level understanding of Network security (VPN, ACLs) (7 yrs); Expert-level understanding of Wireless networking and controller-based solutions (7 yrs); Expert-level understanding of DNS, DHCP, Web Application Firewall, NTP, SD-WAN, VPN (7 yrs); Proficiency with network hardware from major vendors (Juniper, Aruba, Cisco, Ivanti, etc.) (7 yrs)

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent

**C2C is not available* Job Description
**Only qualified Manager, IT Engineering candidates located near Hartford, CT to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence. ***

Preferred Education:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Relevant certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent.

Required Skills, Experience, & Abilities:
7 years of progressive network engineering experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
Expert-level understanding of:
o Layer 2/3 networking (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VLANs, STP)
o Network security (VPN, ACLs)
o Wireless networking and controller-based solutions
o DNS, DHCP, Web Application Firewall, NTP, SD-WAN, VPN
Proficiency with network hardware from major vendors (Juniper, Aruba, Cisco, Ivanti, etc.)
Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and hybrid architectures.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications
Relevant certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent.
Experience implementing network automation and monitoring solutions (Python, Ansible, etc.).
Experience in high-availability, mission-critical environments.

Role:
We’re seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Manager, IT Engineering to lead our network engineering team while actively contributing to the design, implementation, and support of our network infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership skills-perfect for someone who thrives on rolling up their sleeves and solving complex challenges while also mentoring a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of modern networking technologies, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a track record of delivering reliable, scalable, and secure network environments.
Serve as the manager of a team of network engineering specialists, partnering on the design, implementation, and operational support of varied enterprise network platforms. Responsible for the operational effectiveness of the Network Engineering service offerings, as well as strategic and tactical planning, and communicating to broad internal customers and peers.

Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
Define team goals, track progress, and ensure successful delivery of projects and operational support.
Work closely with IT leadership, security teams, and other stakeholders to align network strategies with business needs.

Hands-On Technical Work:
Support, manage, and optimize enterprise network, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and data center connectivity.
Assist with the Design and Implementation of the Enterprise Network architecture
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware (routers, switches, wireless controllers, access points) and associated software.
Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability across network systems.
Implement and maintain robust network security measures in collaboration with cybersecurity teams.
Lead incident response for network outages and performance issues, providing root cause analysis and preventative recommendations.

Strategic & Operational Responsibilities:
Evaluate and recommend network technologies, tools, and vendors.
Oversee capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost management for network operations.
Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and procedures.
Manage network change control processes to minimize downtime and risk.

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.

California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations’ website here.

Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.

Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).