Sr. Director Network Services

Sr. Director Network Services

As a senior-level IT professional you will be responsible for managing and overseeing Camping World's network and network teams. As a senior leader you will be responsible for all network architecture, implementations, and operational support. Managing people, budget, and projects as well as owning the overall responsibility for those areas. The Senior Director of Network Services is a strategic and technical leader responsible for the design, implementation, and operational excellence of the company's global network infrastructure. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, exceptional leadership skills, and business acumen to align technology solutions with the company's strategic goals. The successful candidate will lead a team of directors, engineers and administrators, manage vendor relationships, and oversee all aspects of our critical communication services to ensure high availability, security, and performance. Previous hands-on network technical experience is a must for this role as well as previous network architecture solutions designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year technology roadmap for network services, ensuring it aligns with the company's growth, digital transformation, and business objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical direction on emerging technologies (e.g., SD-WAN, SASE, 5G, AI-driven networking) and make recommendations for their adoption.
• Lead the planning, budgeting, and forecasting for all related capital and operational expenditures.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders to understand their needs and provide consultative solutions.
• Oversee the design, deployment, and management of the company's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, Cloud and data center connectivity.
• Ensure the network is highly available, scalable, and secure, meeting performance and reliability SLAs.
• Manage relationships with ISPs and network service providers to optimize connectivity and costs.
• Direct the implementation of advanced network security measures (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, Zero Trust Network Access)
• Lead the strategy and operations for all network services
• Ensure quality, reliability, and security of all network communications
• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of the company's network platforms
• Collaborate with customer service, sales, and operations teams to understand business requirements and deliver solutions that enhance customer experience and agent efficiency
• Drive the adoption of new technologies such as chatbots, AI-powered routing, and self-service options
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of network engineers and administrators
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth
• Manage team performance, employee goals, set clear objectives, and conduct regular performance reviews
• Oversee resource allocation and project management for all team initiatives
• Establish and enforce operational standards, policies, and procedures for all owned services
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure service quality
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements, ensuring favorable terms and service delivery
• Oversee problem and incident management processes, serving as the escalation point for major service disruptions

Education

Qualifications

This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the network foundation direction of our organization, making it ideal for professionals who thrive at the leading edge of network technologies and managing large technical teams.

Pay Range : $192,045.00-$280,035.00 Annual

In addition to competitive pay, we offer Paid Time Off, 401(k), an Employee Assistance Program, Good Sam Roadside Assistance, discounts, paid parental leave (if eligibility is met), Tuition Reimbursement (if eligibility is met), and on the job training opportunities. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and more! Part-time associates are offered access to dental & vision coverage! For more information please visit : www.mycampingworldbenefits.com

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, veteran or uniformed service-member status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.