Director, Enterprise Office Networks
Negotiable
Location
Liberia, Maryland
Job Description
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The Marriott International (MI) Global
Networks team delivers the most advanced, secure, reliable, and scalable network
solutions across the hospitality industry. Reporting to the Sr. Director,
Enterprise Networks, the Director of Enterprise Office Networks owns
the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for network services supporting HQ, Customer
Engagement Centers, and global regional and sales offices.
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This role requires strong technical depth,
strategic leadership, and operational rigor to drive secure network design,
improve availability and observability, streamline operations, and enforce
governance across a complex global environment. The Director partners closely
with architecture, engineering, security, and business stakeholders to deliver
resilient, future‑ready enterprise network services.
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In this role, you will:
- Lead and develop
a high‑performing team of globally located, Network Engineers designing
and delivering enterprise office network solutions.
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- Own the technology strategy, roadmap,
and delivery for all Enterprise Office Network services.
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- Partner closely with Global Networks
architects, engineers, and cross‑functional IT teams.
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- Ensure compliance with security,
regulatory, and enterprise architecture standards.
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- Drive operational excellence through
improved monitoring, observability, availability, and stability.
- Champion automation, AI,
and modern technologies as standard delivery practices.
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- Establish strong technical partnerships
with business and IT stakeholders.
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- Design, implement, and operationalize
scalable, highly available network standards and policies.
- Bachelor’s degree
in Engineering or equivalent professional experience
style="margin:0px;padding:0px"> - 8+ years of experience in Information
Technology, including:
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leadership experience as a people manager or senior technical lead
- 3+ years of experience
in working with cross‑functional, matrixed, sourced, and/or outsourced teams
and suppliers
- 6+ years designing and implementing WAN, LAN, and data center networks
supporting mission‑critical, customer‑facing applications and services
- Deep technical
knowledge of enterprise networking (Cisco and non‑Cisco), with emphasis
on software‑defined networking (SDN/SD‑WAN) and secure network design principles
(e.g., zero trust, micro‑segmentation, intrusion detection and prevention)
- Strong knowledge
of common routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), IPv6, VPN technologies,
and global distributed network architectures
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and inter‑cloud networking
style="margin:0px;padding:0px"> - Hands‑on experience designing,
configuring, and operating large‑scale, complex enterprise networks
- Experience working
with telco and ISP networks, including managing diversity, resiliency,
and availability
- Demonstrated ability to produce clear, high‑quality technical documentation,
including network designs and diagrams
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as required to support critical initiatives or operational needs
- Experience delivering work
using Agile methodologies
- Experience designing and engineering connectivity to cloud networking
solutions, with exposure to one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure,
Alicloud, GCP)
- Experience with Cisco, HPE, Mist, and Palo Alto firewalls and Prisma Access
- Strong
understanding of network and security compliance standards
- Network operations leadership
experience in large‑scale or global environments
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and quantitative methods to define success, measure outcomes, and drive
continuous improvement
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style="margin:0px;padding:0px"> - Proven ability to build strong
relationships and influence across a broad IT and business community
- Experience designing,
implementing, and operationally supporting mission‑critical products
and services
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to overcome obstacles and drive
meaningful change
- Experience researching emerging technologies, industry trends, standards,
and products
- Experience developing technology strategies and multi‑year roadmaps
- Strong attention
to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent verbal
and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively
with executives, business stakeholders, and technical teams
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Development
- Set a clear vision, strategy, and direction for the Enterprise Office
Networks team.
- Attract, develop, and retain top technical talent while fostering engagement
and collaboration.
- Align team capabilities and resources to strategic priorities.
- Model strong leadership,
partnership, in alignment with MI principles and operational disciplines.
- Develop and manage long‑term and annual budgets for Enterprise Office
Network infrastructure.
- Define and evolve enterprise network services aligned to business
demand and industry benchmarks.
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performance, and KPIs; recommend appropriate improvements and plan their
implementation
- Identify opportunities for service optimization, modernization,
and retirement.
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- Define enterprise network
requirements, standards, and solutions aligned to architecture and security
principles.
- Oversee projects across the full technology lifecycle—from design through
retirement.
- Partner with Architecture, Infrastructure, InfoSec, and business teams
to deliver integrated solutions.
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and introduce innovative technologies and best practices.
Project & Operational
Execution
- Prioritize and manage work across multiple initiatives and stakeholders.
- Ensure projects
are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards.
- Analyze data to drive
decisions, resolve issues, and improve outcomes.
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and results clearly to leadership and stakeholders.
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focusing on uptime and continuous improvement.
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to develop, execute and implement new plans or programs. Generate and provide
accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
- Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial management activities.
At Marriott International, we
are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all
and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where
the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.
Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences
of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected
basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected
by applicable law.
All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock
purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee
assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms
and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment,
waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit
exclusions, and others. Click
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Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental,
vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending
account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption
expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.
Washington Applicants Only: Employees
will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and
be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment
that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions
are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda,
MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered
for Remote positions.
Marriott International is the world’s largest
hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities
for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,
begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team,
and become the best version of you.
We have an extraordinary portfolio of brands, with over 9,700 hotels and resorts under more than 30 preferred brands in the industry, covering 143 countries and regions, offering a richer selection for you to feel, experience, and explore the world.
