L3Harris Technologies
Director, Network & Unified Communications
L3Harris Technologies, Melbourne, Florida, United States, 32935
Director, Network & Unified Communications
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry, delivering end-to-end technology solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Details
Job Code:
31694
Locations:
Melbourne, FL; Rochester, NY; or Greenville, TX
Job Schedule:
9/80 – Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Essential Functions
Develop and execute the enterprise Network & Unified Communications strategy aligned to the Connectivity pillar and the broader Technology Reinvention strategy.
Lead modernization initiatives including SD‑WAN, NAC, Zero‑Trust aligned network segmentation, wireless redesign, VoIP/UC modernization, and optimization of network edge environments.
Establish a roadmap for reliability, capacity, lifecycle modernization, and secure workload placement across data centers, cloud, and edge sites.
Oversee the design, deployment, and operations of all global network and telecom services, ensuring high availability, resiliency, and compliance.
Drive proactive monitoring, observability, automation, and engineering standards to reduce MTTR, eliminate technical debt, and improve service stability.
Lead end‑to‑end service management (incident, problem, change, capacity) in partnership with service delivery, Service Desk, Deskside, and Managed Service Providers.
Own the enterprise UC strategy, covering voice, VoIP, Video/Telepresence, conferencing tools, contact center capabilities, SIP trunking, and future UCaaS capabilities.
Modernize legacy telecom environments and transition to more secure, scalable, cloud‑aligned platforms where appropriate.
Lead a global team of network and telecom engineers, architects, and operations specialists; foster a culture of ownership, engineering rigor, and continuous improvement.
Manage strategic partners, OEMs, and MSPs to ensure SLA performance, operational transparency, and value realization.
Drive workforce planning, talent development, and capability building to support a modern, software‑defined, automated network environment.
Partner with Cybersecurity to ensure compliance with Zero‑Trust principles, STIGs, government/regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Drive network segmentation, identity‑based access, and integrated threat detection in collaboration with security engineering.
Ensure proper documentation, configuration management, architectural governance, and audit readiness.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 15 years of related experience; Graduate Degree with a minimum of 13 years of related experience; In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years of related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Deep expertise in enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, SD‑WAN, VPN, routing/switching, Wi‑Fi, DNS/DHCP/IPAM).
Strong experience with unified communications, VoIP, SIP, telephony, video conferencing, and collaboration technologies.
Proven track record driving large‑scale network modernization, cloud connectivity, and secure architecture transformations.
Experience operating within highly regulated environments (DoD, aerospace/defense, government contractors, or similar).
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, manage MSPs, build high‑performance teams, and deliver measurable operational outcomes.
Relevant certifications: CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, CWNP, ITIL, PMP, or equivalent.
Experience implementing Zero‑Trust aligned core network services.
Background integrating cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and software‑defined technologies.
Experience delivering large‑scale site upgrades, network refresh programs, or global telecom modernization initiatives.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical requirements into operational and financial outcomes.
Strategic thinker with an “owner’s mindset” and strong say‑do ratio.
Committed to simplification, standardization, modernization, and engineering excellence.
Able to influence across diverse business units, functions, and technology domains.
Empowers teams, builds trust, promotes accountability, and models L3Harris values.
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
Salary In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is $156,500—$290,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $136,000—$252,000. Final offer may vary based on experience and location.
Benefits Health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industry Defense and Space Manufacturing
Equal Opportunity Employer L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Security Clearance Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Pre‑Employment By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, and any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
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Job Details
Job Code:
31694
Locations:
Melbourne, FL; Rochester, NY; or Greenville, TX
Job Schedule:
9/80 – Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Essential Functions
Develop and execute the enterprise Network & Unified Communications strategy aligned to the Connectivity pillar and the broader Technology Reinvention strategy.
Lead modernization initiatives including SD‑WAN, NAC, Zero‑Trust aligned network segmentation, wireless redesign, VoIP/UC modernization, and optimization of network edge environments.
Establish a roadmap for reliability, capacity, lifecycle modernization, and secure workload placement across data centers, cloud, and edge sites.
Oversee the design, deployment, and operations of all global network and telecom services, ensuring high availability, resiliency, and compliance.
Drive proactive monitoring, observability, automation, and engineering standards to reduce MTTR, eliminate technical debt, and improve service stability.
Lead end‑to‑end service management (incident, problem, change, capacity) in partnership with service delivery, Service Desk, Deskside, and Managed Service Providers.
Own the enterprise UC strategy, covering voice, VoIP, Video/Telepresence, conferencing tools, contact center capabilities, SIP trunking, and future UCaaS capabilities.
Modernize legacy telecom environments and transition to more secure, scalable, cloud‑aligned platforms where appropriate.
Lead a global team of network and telecom engineers, architects, and operations specialists; foster a culture of ownership, engineering rigor, and continuous improvement.
Manage strategic partners, OEMs, and MSPs to ensure SLA performance, operational transparency, and value realization.
Drive workforce planning, talent development, and capability building to support a modern, software‑defined, automated network environment.
Partner with Cybersecurity to ensure compliance with Zero‑Trust principles, STIGs, government/regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Drive network segmentation, identity‑based access, and integrated threat detection in collaboration with security engineering.
Ensure proper documentation, configuration management, architectural governance, and audit readiness.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 15 years of related experience; Graduate Degree with a minimum of 13 years of related experience; In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years of related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Deep expertise in enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, SD‑WAN, VPN, routing/switching, Wi‑Fi, DNS/DHCP/IPAM).
Strong experience with unified communications, VoIP, SIP, telephony, video conferencing, and collaboration technologies.
Proven track record driving large‑scale network modernization, cloud connectivity, and secure architecture transformations.
Experience operating within highly regulated environments (DoD, aerospace/defense, government contractors, or similar).
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, manage MSPs, build high‑performance teams, and deliver measurable operational outcomes.
Relevant certifications: CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, CWNP, ITIL, PMP, or equivalent.
Experience implementing Zero‑Trust aligned core network services.
Background integrating cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and software‑defined technologies.
Experience delivering large‑scale site upgrades, network refresh programs, or global telecom modernization initiatives.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical requirements into operational and financial outcomes.
Strategic thinker with an “owner’s mindset” and strong say‑do ratio.
Committed to simplification, standardization, modernization, and engineering excellence.
Able to influence across diverse business units, functions, and technology domains.
Empowers teams, builds trust, promotes accountability, and models L3Harris values.
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
Salary In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is $156,500—$290,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $136,000—$252,000. Final offer may vary based on experience and location.
Benefits Health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industry Defense and Space Manufacturing
Equal Opportunity Employer L3Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Security Clearance Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Pre‑Employment By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, and any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
E‑Verify L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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