What is a network operations project manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a network operations project manager

1. Explore network operations project manager education requirements

   Most common network operations project manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   60.7 %

   Associate

   23.8 %

   Master's

   14.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific network operations project manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Network Operations	20.77%
   Project Management	11.45%
   Switches	7.96%
   Network Infrastructure	7.90%
   Compliance Issues	5.75%

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3. Complete relevant network operations project manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New network operations project managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a network operations project manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real network operations project manager resumes.

4. Research network operations project manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and align short- and long-term operational strategy and initiatives in carrier transport and IP applications.
   • Define processes and procedures for the NOC like change management, incidence management and problem management.
   • Develop and implement SAN fabric solution for in-house secondary storage.
   • Provide technical documentation and configuration changes for firewall rules and network schema.

5. Apply for network operations project manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a network operations project manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams