Director, Network Engineering at CIBC

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com At CIBC, technology leadership is about more than infrastructure, it’s about enabling secure, reliable experiences for our clients and teams. We’re seeking a Director, Network Engineering to lead a talented team responsible for designing and managing the network foundation that supports critical banking operations. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for mentorship, partnership, and continuous improvement. You’ll help strengthen network resilience, support modernization, and ensure strong security and compliance practices across the environment. What you'll be doing The Director of Network Engineering is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of the bank's network infrastructure. This role requires extensive expertise in networking technologies, security, and compliance standards relevant to the banking industry. The incumbent will lead a team of network engineers and collaborate closely with other technology and security teams to ensure the bank's network is secure, resilient, and capable of supporting current and future business requirements. CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 3-4 days per week on-site, while other days may be remote. How you'll succeed Network Architecture and Design : Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures to meet the bank's business needs. Evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for network enhancements and upgrades. Team Leadership and Development : Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the network engineering team. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the team. Security and Compliance: Ensure that the bank's network infrastructure complies with industry regulations, standards, and best practices, including PCI DSS, GLBA, and FFIEC guidelines. Implement robust security measures to protect the bank's network from cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with network equipment vendors, service providers, and contractors. Negotiate contracts, evaluate proposals, and ensure timely delivery of products and services. Incident Response and Risk Management: Develop and implement incident response procedures to address network outages, security breaches, and other incidents promptly. Identify and mitigate network-related risks to ensure uninterrupted banking operations. Performance Optimization: Monitor network performance and implement optimizations to enhance speed, reliability, and efficiency. Conduct regular performance assessments and capacity planning to support the bank's growth objectives. Budgeting and Resource Management: Manage the network engineering budget effectively, allocating resources based on priorities and strategic objectives. Optimize costs while ensuring the network infrastructure meets operational and security requirements. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with other technology teams, such as Infrastructure Operations, Cybersecurity, Information Security and Application Development, to ensure seamless integration of network infrastructure with other systems and applications. Communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders, providing updates on network projects, initiatives, and performance. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate docume