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We are seeking a Network Implementation Manager to lead the team responsible for deploying, configuring, and handing off enterprise network solutions across our global client base. This role requires someone who is technically sharp enough to command respect from senior engineers and commercially astute enough to manage delivery timelines, client expectations, and team performance simultaneously. The right candidate has deep network engineering roots and has deliberately grown into a people management role — they know the difference between being the best engineer on the team and building the best engineering team. \nThis role is hybrid for candidates based in Dallas TX area.\nKey Responsibilities \n\nPeople Management & Team Development \nDirectly manage a team of Network Implementation Engineers across project delivery lifecycle; set clear performance expectations, conduct structured 1:1s, and own individual development plans. \nBuild a culture of execution discipline — ticket hygiene, change management compliance, documentation quality, and rigorous project close-out. \nIdentify skill gaps and build structured training and certification pathways aligned to ECI’s service portfolio. \nManage performance formally and informally; address issues directly, constructively, and on record when required. \nParticipate in hiring decisions for the implementation function, including technical assessments and structured panel interviews. \n\nProject Delivery & Program Management \nOwn end-to-end delivery of network implementation projects spanning new client onboarding, infrastructure refreshes, office builds, and technology migrations. \nDefine and enforce project intake, scoping, scheduling, and resource allocation standards across the team. \nMaintain active visibility across all open workstreams; surface and resolve blockers before they become client escalations. \nDrive post-implementation reviews and root cause analysis; translate findings into repeatable process improvements for the team. \nCoordinate with Client Services, Solutions Architecture, and pre-sales to align implementation timelines with client commitments and ECI delivery standards. \n\nTechnical Standards & Oversight \nServe as the technical authority for ECI’s implementation standards covering Cisco (Catalyst, Nexus, IOS-XE/XR), Palo Alto firewalls, Meraki, and SD-WAN platforms. \nReview and approve low-level designs (LLDs) and implementation runbooks before execution. \nEstablish and enforce configuration standards that ensure consistency, repeatability, and alignment with client security and compliance requirements (SOC 2, PCI-DSS, NIST, HIPAA). \nServe as escalation point for complex in-flight technical issues; engage hands-on when warranted while ensuring the team learns from every resolution. \nChampion Zero Trust and SASE architecture principles within ECI’s implementation workflows. \n\nClient & Stakeholder Communication \nOwn implementation status communication to client stakeholders; translate technical risk into clear business impact language. \nRepresent the implementation team in internal delivery reviews, capacity planning, and service improvement forums. \nMaintain ECI’s documentation standard across implementation plans, network diagrams, as-built records, and configuration baselines — ensuring clean handoffs to managed services teams. \n\nQualifications \n\nRequired \n10+ years of progressive network engineering experience with a demonstrable track record in enterprise implementation, ideally within an MSP or multi-client environment. \n3+ years of direct people management — you have hired engineers, set goals, handled performance, and actively developed talent. \nDeep technical proficiency in Cisco networking (Catalyst, Nexus, IOS-XE/XR), Palo Alto firewalls (App-ID, Threat Prevention, VPN, Panorama), and wireless (WLC, Meraki MR/MS/MX). \nStrong working knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, QoS, and IPv4/IPv6 fundamentals. \nProven ability to run multiple concurrent implementation projects with accountability for schedules, resources, and stakeholder communication. \nSolid understanding of security frameworks, compliance standards, and change management governance in regulated client environments. \n\nPreferred \nActive CCNP, CCIE, or PCNSE certification; equivalent demonstrated expertise considered. \nExperience with SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela, VeloCloud) and SASE / Zero Trust architecture in client deployments. \nFamiliarity with automation tooling (Python, Ansible) to drive repeatability and reduce manual effort across the team. \nExperience with network monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, Meraki Insights) and using telemetry data to drive delivery quality. \nHedge fund, financial services, or similarly regulated client-facing environment experience is a strong plus. \n\nEducation \nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field — or equivalent professional experience. \n\nWho We Are Looking For \n\nBeyond credentials, we are hiring for a specific leadership profile. The right candidate: \nCommunicates expectations without ambiguity and follows through consistently. Leads with clarity. \nEngineers respect them because they know the stack — not just the title. Commands technical credibility. \nHolds the team and themselves to high execution standards without micromanaging. Drives accountability. \nFocused on delivery quality and reliability, not just activity volume. Solves for client outcomes. \nUnderstands the job is to build the best team — not to be the best individual engineer on it. Scales through people. \n\nECI’s culture is all about connection - connection with our clients, our technology and most importantly with each other. In addition to working with an amazing team around the world, ECI also offers a competitive compensation package and the range for this role is a maximum of $142,000 annually with flexible PTO, health benefit eligibility the first of the month, life insurance, pet insurance, 401K and so much more! 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