Network Lead

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Your Role

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure and maintain Routing & Switching solutions to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot Checkpoint Firewalls and Zscaler cloud security services.
• Manage and optimize Cisco Wireless networks for seamless and secure connectivity.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain F5 Load Balancers for efficient application traffic management.
• Implement and support Cisco ISE for identity‑based access control.
• Perform network performance monitoring, capacity planning, and proactive issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, policies, and best practices.
• Support network migrations, upgrades, and integration projects across client environments.
• Provide technical validation for change requests and ensure smooth execution of approved changes.
• Maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and SOPs for operational readiness.

Your future at Kyndryl

This role opens the door to many career paths, both vertical and horizontal, and there may be opportunity to travel. It’s a great chance for database administrators or other techs to break into the cloud. It’s also a solid path to become enterprise or chief architect or a distinguished engineer! Whatever you see for yourself, you’ll find the opportunity here

Who You Are

Job Qualifications

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, including 2–3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in:Routing & SwitchingCheckpoint FirewallZscalerCisco WirelessF5 Load BalancerCisco ISE
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven experience in client‑facing roles with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Industry certifications (CCNP, CCIE, CCSA/CCSE, F5 Certified, Zscaler Certified) are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of network engineers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Security, Infrastructure, Cloud) to align network strategy with business goals.
• Drive incident management, root cause analysis (RCA), and escalation handling.
• Prepare and present status reports, performance metrics, and improvement plans to senior management.
• Establish and enforce operational processes, documentation standards, and best practices.
• Support project planning, resource allocation, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure timely communication and stakeholder alignment during critical incidents and planned changes.
• Act as the primary escalation point for client‑side network issues.

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

Get Referred!

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