Project Manager / Deployment Manager — Network Infrastructure

Project Manager/Deployment ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager/Deployment Manager to lead a full network refresh initiative, including server upgrades, firewall replacements/upgrades, and related network infrastructure modernization. This role requires strong technical fluency, hands-on program management experience, and the ability to coordinate and lead multiple pods (work streams/teams) driving different components of the refresh simultaneously. The ideal candidate has managed large-scale infrastructure projects end-to-end and is comfortable working closely with network engineers, security teams, and vendors.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end project plan for a full network refresh, covering server hardware/OS upgrades, firewall replacement or reconfiguration, switching, routing, and related network infrastructure.Organize and manage multiple project pods/work streams (e.g., data center, firewall/security, network core, site rollouts), ensuring alignment on scope, timeline, and dependencies across teams.Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, RAID logs (risks, actions, issues, decisions), and budgets.Coordinate cutover/migration windows, maintenance schedules, and downtime planning with minimal business disruption.Serve as the primary point of contact between technical pods, stakeholders, and leadership; provide regular status reporting and escalate risks proactively.Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including hardware/software procurement timelines, SOWs, and delivery schedules.Ensure change management, documentation, and compliance requirements are met throughout the refresh (e.g., change control boards, security sign-offs).Drive risk mitigation planning for firewall cutovers, server migrations, and network downtime scenarios.Facilitate cross-pod standups, sprint/phase reviews, and post-implementation reviews.Track and report on budget, timeline, and milestone delivery to senior leadership.Required Qualifications5+ years of project management experience, with at least 2-3 years managing IT infrastructure, network, or data center projects.Demonstrated experience managing multi-team/multi-pod projects with interdependent workstreams.Solid working knowledge of networking concepts (firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs, VPNs) and server infrastructure (physical/virtual, OS upgrades, data center operations).Experience planning and executing cutover events, migrations, or infrastructure refresh cycles with minimal downtime.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills — able to translate technical detail for both engineers and executives.Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Asana) and reporting/dashboarding.Experience with change management and IT governance processes.Preferred QualificationsPMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification.Experience with specific firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower) or network vendors.Familiarity with ITIL practices.Experience managing budgets in the six-to-seven-figure range for infrastructure programs.Background in leading cross-functional or matrixed teams without direct authority.Key AttributesHighly organized with strong attention to detail across parallel work streams.Comfortable operating in high-stakes environments where downtime and security are critical concerns.Proactive communicator who can manage up, down, and across the organization.Calm under pressure during live cutover/migration events.Location & TravelThis role is based in the Fort Lauderdale Office and will require some travel to the Juno Beach Head Quarters and Miami offices.

Candidates should be based within a commutable distance of the Palm Beach / Broward / Miami-Dade corridor.