Telecom Manager – Telecom Systems Management

American Electric Power

. Build and lead the Telecom Systems Management team from initial formation into a mature, high-performing organization .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $136,539 - $177,503 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and leading high-performing Telecom Systems Management teams, establishing governance frameworks, and driving automation for compliance and operational efficiency. Proficient in managing network and telecom standards, ensuring data accuracy, and mitigating engineering and regulatory risks.

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Telecommunications ExperienceNetwork EngineeringGovernance FrameworksAutomation and Self-Service ToolsNERC CIP Compliance

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Hard Skills

TelecommunicationsNetwork StandardsData PracticesCompliance MonitoringRisk AssessmentIncident ResponsePerformance ManagementOperational Risk ReductionAudit ConfidenceNetwork Monitoring

Soft Skills

InfluenceConsultationTeam AlignmentLeadership

Tools & Technologies

IP/MPLSTransport SystemsEMS/NMS ToolsAutomation FrameworksAnalytics Frameworks

Certifications & Qualifications

Applicable Technical Certifications

Industry Keywords

Telecom Systems ManagementNetwork OperationsElectric Grid OperationContinuous ComplianceGovernance and Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead the Telecom Systems Management team from initial formation into a mature, high-performing organization
Establish and govern auditable network and telecom standards
Drive automation and self-service tools enabling consistent, scalable compliance across engineering and operations
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and governance of telecom and network systems of record
Define authoritative data practices that reduce operational risk and improve audit confidence
Lead continuous compliance monitoring and audit-ready practices
Identify, assess, and remediate engineering and regulatory risk, including NERC CIP obligations
Serve as the primary bridge between Network Engineering, Telecom Engineering, and Network Operations
Align teams through influence, consultation, and enablement to achieve shared outcomes in security, reliability, and compliance
Own the governance and strategy of AEP’s network monitoring and management ecosystem
Establish the roadmap for network and telecom tools and operational practices
Deliver real-time visibility, proactive performance management, and rapid incident response across telecom and network infrastructure supporting reliable electric grid operation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field and 8 years of Telecommunications experience
Associate degree in these fields combined with a minimum of 12 years of applicable Telecommunications experience
HS diploma/GED combined with a minimum of 16 years of applicable Telecommunications experience
Applicable technical certifications preferred
Proven ability to build organizations, operating models, and governance frameworks from early-stage concepts
Experience with network and telecom platforms such as IP/MPLS, transport systems, EMS/NMS tools, and related automation and analytics frameworks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting and enhancing employees’ overall well-being
Competitive compensation
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs
Compensation and benefits as part of the employment package