Vice President, Enterprise Network Services

POSITION SUMMARY

The VP Enterprise Network Services is responsible for defining and executing the network strategy to enable secure, scalable, and high-performing connectivity across core locations. This role drives innovation, ensures operational excellence, and aligns network capabilities with business objectives to support servicing and originations. The VP Enterprise Network Services will initially report to the CISO as part of the organization’s evolving technology strategy. This leader is expected to demonstrate extreme ownership and accountability for network performance, security, and reliability, ensuring outcomes that directly enable business success.

DESCRIPTION

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year network strategy focused on security, scalability, and resilience to support servicing and originations.
• Drive modernization initiatives, including SD-WAN, cloud networking, and zero-trust architectures.
• Influence enterprise technology roadmap and participate in executive governance forums.
• Ensure high availability, resilience, and performance of network infrastructure across core locations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for reliability, security, and cost optimization.
• Oversee incident response and disaster recovery for network services with full accountability for outcomes.
• Own network services budget, including forecasting and cost optimization.
• Negotiate strategic vendor partnerships and manage contracts.
• Lead a team of directors, managers, and engineers with a culture of extreme ownership and accountability.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor future leaders and build succession plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and enterprise security standards.
• Partner with cybersecurity leadership to implement secure network architectures.
• Ability to effectively and accurately convey information to others.
• Performs related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field required; Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or CISSP are a plus.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in network engineering and operations.
• 8+ years in leadership roles, including managing large, distributed teams.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing scalable, enterprise-grade network solutions.
• Experience in financial services or other highly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with accountability and extreme ownership.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, combining subject matter expertise with executive-level communication skills and presence.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.
• Deep understanding of network technologies, architectures, and emerging trends.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in network management platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Deep expertise in enterprise network architectures, protocols, and technologies (e.g., SD-WAN, cloud networking, zero-trust, SASE).
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards for financial services and other highly regulated industries.
• Strategic planning and execution for scalable, resilient network environments supporting servicing and originations.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Advanced financial management, vendor negotiation, and contract management skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with extreme ownership and accountability for network performance, security, and reliability.
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to all levels of the organization.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and influence, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive innovation, and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Commitment to talent development, coaching, and succession planning.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Working on-site at assigned office location.
• Regular and punctual attendance adhering to schedule established by leadership.
• Flexibility to work occasional adjusted work schedules, overtime, and evening and/or weekend hours to meet deadlines or as business needs demand.
• Working in a cubicle hub, maintaining focus on phone calls in a noisy environment within earshot of multiple other conversations.
• Sedentary work in a stationary position at a cubicle for prolonged periods of time.
• Constant repetitive motions required for operating a computer, such as typing and managing phone calls.
• Constantly communicating effectively verbally in English, including accurately exchanging information with others following identification of correct procedures.

Additional Information:While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Okta Verify and Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.Company Benefits:Newrez is a great place to work but we are only as strong as our greatest asset, our employees, so we believe in rewarding them!

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution

• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

• Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave

• Pet insurance

• Adoption Assistance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Loan Program

• The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a new program to support our team members

Newrez NOW:

• Our Corporate Social Responsibility program, Newrez NOW, empowers employees to become leaders in their communities through a robust program that includes volunteering, philanthropy, nonprofit grants, and more

• 1 Volunteer Time Off (VTO) day, company-paid volunteer day where all eligible employees may participate in a volunteer event with a nonprofit of their choice

• Employee Matching Gifts Program: We will match monetary employee donations to eligible non-profit organizations, dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,000 per employee

• Newrez Grants Program: Newrez hosts a giving portal where we provide employees an abundance of resources to search for an opportunity to donate their time or monetary contributions