**Job Title: Network and Telecom Manager** **Location: Philadelphia, PA** **Pay Range: $75-$85/hr DOE** **Onsite Contract 4+ months with possibility of extension** Network Engineer experience on Cisco platform. Strong knowledge of network protocols, hardware and software and proven telecommunications experience. Management experience over team of 8-12 people. Strong leadership and team management abilities. **BIG PLUS:** Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+) **Job Summary:** The Network/Telecom Manager is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of an organization's network and telecommunications systems. This role ensures the efficient and secure operation of all network and telecom infrastructure, providing support and guidance to the IT team and collaborating with other departments to meet the organization's communication needs. **Key Responsibilities:** **Network Management:** Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. **Telecommunications** : Manage the organization's telecommunication systems, including VoIP, PBX, and mobile communication solutions. **Security** : Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against cyber threats and ensure data integrity. Performance Monitoring: Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime. **Team Leadership:** Lead and mentor a team of network and telecom professionals, providing guidance and support for their professional development. **Vendor Management:** Collaborate with external vendors and service providers to ensure the timely delivery of network and telecom services and equipment. **Budgeting** : Develop and manage the network and telecom budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and efficient resource allocation. **Documentation** : Maintain accurate documentation of network and telecom configurations, processes, and procedures. **Compliance** : Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices. **Qualifications** : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience in network and telecommunications management. Strong knowledge of network protocols, hardware, and software. **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.