At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the
world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations,
environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By
joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences,
wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work
and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you
continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take
pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be
yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your
views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States,
Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and
distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a
global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to
accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy. Function: Information
Technology Job Summary: The Manager of IT Network Operations is responsible for
leading the implementation and ongoing management of the enterprise’s Commercial
(IT) and Operating Technology (OT) networks. The technology areas include wide
and local area networks (WAN, LAN) with emphasis and network access control and
reliability. The incumbent has accountability for the performance and results of
a team of IT professionals. This position is viewed as a subject matter expert
on IT network operations and provides technical guidance to employees,
colleagues and business leaders. Job Description: Major Responsibilities:
Primary Interactions Collaborate with Vendors to understand current product
offerings and future direction of network technologies. Collaborate with all IT
Managers and Directors to ensure CF’s networks meet the needs of all IT Product
Teams and enable seamless, cross-vertical interoperability Assesses CF business
strategy, long-term enterprise-wide technology standards and develops an
appropriate network operating strategy. Leads a Governance Council of IT leaders
to define and approve the network strategy and future project roadmap. May
review and negotiate with vendors. May also be primary relationships owner with
Suppliers. Network Operations and Support Strong foundational knowledge of
Microsoft Azure, SaaS (Software as a Service), Cisco firewalls, routers and
switches. Managing an insourced or outsourced Network Operations Center. Design
and troubleshoot network infrastructure to mitigate risk Define enterprise level
software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) and related infrastructure. Design
and troubleshoot network configurations and access control rules of cloud
networks (e.g. Microsoft Azure) as well as on-premises and hybrid environments.
Design Intrusion Detection and Prevent Systems (IDS/IPS). Work closely with IT
site leads at various locations in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. to ensure
network solutions are operating as expected. Understand and comply with
established processes and procedures designed to support internal controls
efforts, including Change Control procedures across all modifications to the
environment. Identify to management internal controls deficiencies.
Organization, Administration and Personnel Management Assess, develops, retains,
and recruits IT talent that will support the ongoing needs of the business
Manages and assigns personnel; devises and evaluates the staff's work; and
prepares performance evaluations Coach and mentor subordinates, identifies
training needs and recommends development programs. On call support outside of
business hours will be required. Safety training may also be required.
Supervisory Relationships: Position Reports To: Enterprise Manager, IT
Subordinate Positions: IT Network Administrators and Architects. May supervise
contractors. Incumbent Attributes: Education: BS/BA in a related field or
equivalent experience typically required to complete all essential job
functions. Network certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate
(CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) CompTIA Network+ are desired
Years of Experience: At least 5 years of related professional experience is
typically required to complete all essential job functions. Prior experience
supervising staff is required. Other unique job relevant attributes: Experience
with and responsibility for one technology and/or technical function. Implement
new technologies from established vendors Position Scope/Contribution: Breadth
of scope: Scope is typically based on a single functional area or but may manage
multiple functional areas. Typically provides broad coordination across
functions given the nature of a second level manager. Impact is generally
limited to functions managed however may vary based on the specific role.
Communication and Interpersonal skills: Regularly communicates both in writing
and verbally. Communicates with broad range of contacts. Information exchanged
requires advanced knowledge in multiple areas. Moderate influence and persuasion
are expected, particularly with regard to subordinates. Complexity: Able to
solve typical problems that are encountered. Able to diagnose most situations by
interpreting data and comparing to similar scenarios. Work involves detailed
planning of own activities and immediate work team. May involve resource
planning beyond work team. Advanced level of logical reasoning and critical
thinking are required. Decision making authority: Decisions are complex and
impact area(s) managed and possibly impact areas not directly managed. More
independent judgment is expected and used. Has accountability for the
performance and results of a team within own discipline or function. Receives
guidance and oversight from manager. Financial Accountability: Given the size
and scope of the function, revenue and expense are impacted based on the
manager’s performance and results of oneself and those managed. Strategic
Influence: Primarily impacts the execution and achievement of short-term
strategies through employees directly and indirectly managed. May also
participate in the execution and achievement of long-term strategies. Decisions
made are likely to impact the business on a short-term basis. The estimated base
pay for the position is typically between $111,400 - 156,800 The actual base pay
for the position may be influenced by factors such as education, training,
skills, qualifications, competencies, years of experience, job-related
knowledge, and scope of the role, and could be outside of the posted pay range.
In addition to base pay, an incentive program is available to all full-time
employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including two medical plan
options, a health savings plan with a company contribution and a match, dental
and vision benefits, a well-being incentive program, 401(k) Plan which provides
a potential of receiving between 10% and 13% of employer’s contribution, life
and disability insurance, paid time off programs and much more! Additionally, we
offer several Flexible Work Arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
For more detailed information on the CF programs, please visit our Total Rewards
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