Manager, IT Network/Security

Our information technology team is the foundation behind every endeavor at SailPoint. They ensure that all of our orgs are able to execute, connect and innovate in a secure environment through duties such as supporting network databases and systems, updating system hardware and software, troubleshooting for system errors, and assisting team members in supporting all data security and optimization.

This is a management-level position responsible for analyzing and directing IT related activities of the organization with supervisory responsibilities for all staff assigned to the IT department in relation to Enterprise Programs. This position is accountable for ensuring continuity of computer services for computer users throughout the organization through planning, technical leadership, and project coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as a technical resource for multiple technologies, with vast knowledge of the capabilities and constraints of technologies supported to continually improve network effectiveness, efficiency and resiliency.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the current and future network technology architecture and supports the long-term strategies of the business. 
• Provides guidance and training to the IT community to maximize and share learning.
• Analyzes cross-technology/platform issues and addresses problems factoring in an understanding of the current and future architectures to ensure optimal performance and reliability across systems. 
• Leads the evaluation of new networking technologies to determine applicability to and best meet business needs. Proposes technology investments supported by a thorough technical analysis and business case.
• Creates complete RFPs and RFIs and negotiates contract terms and conditions with vendors and procurement in consideration of the needs of the business.
• Establishes systems to monitor compliance with architectural standards and to ensure technical integrity.
• Adopt and communicate new networking concepts, ideas, techniques, best practices, and technology.
• Ability to address problems with unique and/or broad implications for the IT infrastructure.  Analyzes systems and processes from end to end, assessing how data travels and is used from multiple perspectives.  Can analyze the most challenging cross-technology and cross-platform issues.
• Seeks leveraging opportunities and makes strategic decisions that impact cost, quality, and speed to ensure successful outcomes.
• Spends a significant amount of their time mentoring others. Mentors and grows engineering talent across an organization.
• Ability to analyze complex business and competitive issues and discern their implications for the future of the infrastructure and systems supported.
• Able to develop highly sophisticated technology plans that require the integration of multiple technologies, addressing the interrelationships of multiple systems and serving diverse clients.
• Viewed in the organization as a key decision-maker regarding the technical feasibility of complex solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Proven track record of successful implementation of scalable network infrastructures.
• Proficiency in Cisco networking (routers, switches, and firewalls).
• Experience with Cisco Umbrella for cloud security solutions.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco ISE for network access control.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, and ACLs.
• Familiarity with network security principles and best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root cause analysis.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AWS networking (VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect).
• Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking, or equivalent) are a bonus, but work experience and demonstrated expertise are paramount.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or MIS

Benefits and Compensation listed vary based on the location of your employment and the nature of your employment with SailPoint.

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the SailPoint Corporate Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission, along with potential eligibility for equity participation. SailPoint maintains broad salary ranges for its roles to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect SailPoint’s differing products, industries, and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. We estimate the base salary, for US-based employees, will be in this range from (min-mid-max, USD):

$101,900 - $145,600 - $189,300

Base salaries for employees based in other locations are competitive for the employee’s home location.

Benefits Overview

1. Health and wellness coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

2. Disability coverage: Short-term and long-term disability

3. Life protection: Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

4. Additional life coverage options: Supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children

5. Flexible spending accounts for health care, and dependent care; limited purpose flexible spending account

6. Financial security: 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matching

7. Time off benefits: Flexible vacation policy

8. Holidays: 8 paid holidays annually

9. Sick leave

10. Parental support: Paid parental leave

11. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Care Counselors

12. Voluntary benefits: Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance options

13. Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

SailPoint is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all qualified candidates to apply to join our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.  

Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability.  Contact [email protected] or mail to 11120 Four Points Dr, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78726, to discuss reasonable accommodations.