Remote Lead Information Technology Specialist Jobs
Remote lead information technology specialist jobs are in strong demand across the U.S., with remote-first companies and distributed enterprise teams actively hiring for this role in sectors like technology, healthcare, financial services, and government contracting. Employers hiring remotely right now include Johns Hopkins University, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Parsimony. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Network Director (Information Technology Executive 3)
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Network Director (Information Technology Executive 3)
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Communications Specialist – Livermore Information Technology Program
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Communications Specialist – Livermore Information Technology Program
Livermore, California
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Director, Information Technology
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Promevo
Director, Information Technology
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Director of Information Technology
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Director of Information Technology
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Applications Developer, Office of Information Technology, PGCB Bureau of Administration
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Applications Developer, Office of Information Technology, PGCB Bureau of Administration
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Network Director (Information Technology Executive 3)
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Job functions:
$117k - $178k/yr
Remote (US)
ITIL Certification
10,000+ employees
Job Description
THE POSITION
Serve in a high-impact leadership role as Network Director with the Enterprise Technology Services Office, Network Unified Telecommunications, Security Operations Division. You will be responsible for establishing strategic direction, operational priorities, and technical standards for the Commonwealth’s enterprise network infrastructure. This includes partnering with executive leadership to align network investments with agency business priorities while developing a robust and engaged technology workforce. Bring your vision, leadership, and expertise to an organization that is building the next generation of government technology!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position leads complex initiatives to modernize and enhance the network services supporting state agencies and government functions while ensuring operational stability, resiliency, and regulatory compliance. It focuses on establishing and implementing effective strategies, managing vendor relationships, and developing our workforce to drive operational excellence in support of the Commonwealth’s evolving technology needs. As the Network Director, you will perform and manage the following duties:
- Enterprise Strategy: Develop and execute enterprise network strategies and long-term roadmaps that achieve transformative goals while ensuring service continuity
- Network Modernization: Lead large-scale transitions from legacy network architectures to modern, scalable, cloud-connected infrastructure
- Complex Program Implementation: Plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee concurrent network projects across multiple agencies, teams, and vendors
- Vendors and Contracts: Lead strategic relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiate contracts and modifications, evaluate performance, and manage accountability
- Cybersecurity and Risk: Direct incident response, develop mitigation strategies, implement secure network designs, and collaborate with cybersecurity leadership
- People Leadership: Provide mentorship, monitor operational performance, and promote collaboration, workforce and professional development, and employee engagement
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Twelve years of professional information technology experience; or
- Eight years of professional information technology experience and a bachelor’s degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
- You must have ten or more years of enterprise network leadership experience.
- You must have experience leading statewide or large enterprise network modernization initiatives.
- You must have demonstrated success transforming legacy network environments into modern, cloud-enabled architectures.
- You must have experience managing managed service providers and multi-million-dollar technology contracts.
- You must have experience leading enterprise implementations across multiple business units or government agencies.
- You must have experience developing enterprise technology strategies and roadmaps.
- You must have experience managing large operational and capital technology budgets.
- You must have experience with ITIL, Agile methodologies, and project portfolio management frameworks.
- You must have experience leading the design, implementation, and management of enterprise network infrastructure in cloud or hybrid-cloud environments, including connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS). Note - Experience must include network architecture, secure connectivity, routing, network segmentation, and ensuring the availability, performance, and resiliency of enterprise network services.
- You must have knowledge of Commonwealth procurement practices or public sector technology governance.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer, PMP, or ITIL Foundation
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Network Director (Information Technology Executive 3)
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$117k - $178k/yr
Remote (US)
ITIL Certification
Job Description
THE POSITION
Serve in a high-impact leadership role as Network Director with the Enterprise Technology Services Office, Network Unified Telecommunications, Security Operations Division. You will be responsible for establishing strategic direction, operational priorities, and technical standards for the Commonwealth’s enterprise network infrastructure. This includes partnering with executive leadership to align network investments with agency business priorities while developing a robust and engaged technology workforce. Bring your vision, leadership, and expertise to an organization that is building the next generation of government technology!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position leads complex initiatives to modernize and enhance the network services supporting state agencies and government functions while ensuring operational stability, resiliency, and regulatory compliance. It focuses on establishing and implementing effective strategies, managing vendor relationships, and developing our workforce to drive operational excellence in support of the Commonwealth’s evolving technology needs. As the Network Director, you will perform and manage the following duties:
- Enterprise Strategy: Develop and execute enterprise network strategies and long-term roadmaps that achieve transformative goals while ensuring service continuity
- Network Modernization: Lead large-scale transitions from legacy network architectures to modern, scalable, cloud-connected infrastructure
- Complex Program Implementation: Plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee concurrent network projects across multiple agencies, teams, and vendors
- Vendors and Contracts: Lead strategic relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiate contracts and modifications, evaluate performance, and manage accountability
- Cybersecurity and Risk: Direct incident response, develop mitigation strategies, implement secure network designs, and collaborate with cybersecurity leadership
- People Leadership: Provide mentorship, monitor operational performance, and promote collaboration, workforce and professional development, and employee engagement
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Twelve years of professional information technology experience; or
- Eight years of professional information technology experience and a bachelor’s degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
- You must have ten or more years of enterprise network leadership experience.
- You must have experience leading statewide or large enterprise network modernization initiatives.
- You must have demonstrated success transforming legacy network environments into modern, cloud-enabled architectures.
- You must have experience managing managed service providers and multi-million-dollar technology contracts.
- You must have experience leading enterprise implementations across multiple business units or government agencies.
- You must have experience developing enterprise technology strategies and roadmaps.
- You must have experience managing large operational and capital technology budgets.
- You must have experience with ITIL, Agile methodologies, and project portfolio management frameworks.
- You must have experience leading the design, implementation, and management of enterprise network infrastructure in cloud or hybrid-cloud environments, including connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS). Note - Experience must include network architecture, secure connectivity, routing, network segmentation, and ensuring the availability, performance, and resiliency of enterprise network services.
- You must have knowledge of Commonwealth procurement practices or public sector technology governance.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer, PMP, or ITIL Foundation
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote lead information technology specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field
- Five or more years of progressively responsible IT experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
- Active or eligibility for a government security clearance, often Secret or higher
- Proficiency with enterprise infrastructure platforms, cloud environments, and IT service management frameworks
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, ITIL, or PMP strongly preferred or required
- Experience managing or mentoring technical staff and coordinating cross-functional project delivery
Tips for Your Remote Lead Information Technology Specialist Job Search
Signal async leadership in your resume
Remote employers screen for candidates who can lead technical decisions and coordinate teams without in-person meetings. Highlight experience running distributed projects, writing technical documentation, or directing IT deliverables across time zones to show you're built for remote leadership.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote lead information technology specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through postings mixed with on-site work.
Demonstrate proficiency with remote IT toolsets
Remote lead IT roles depend on tools like Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or cloud management consoles to coordinate work. Name the specific platforms you've used to manage tickets, run change control, or oversee infrastructure so hiring managers know you can operate independently from day one.
Prepare for async-style technical interviews
Many remote employers conduct initial screening through written take-homes, recorded video responses, or asynchronous technical assessments before live interviews. Practice articulating your decision-making process and IT architecture reasoning in writing, not just verbally, since that mirrors how the actual remote role operates.
Remote Lead Information Technology Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote lead information technology specialist job?
Remote employers hiring lead information technology specialists prioritize candidates who can direct technical projects, mentor junior staff, and communicate clearly in writing without relying on in-person check-ins. Demonstrating async communication skills, experience coordinating distributed teams, and proficiency in remote collaboration tools gives you a real edge. Certifications in IT governance, cloud platforms, or project management also carry significant weight with remote hiring managers.
Which companies hire remote lead information technology specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote lead information technology specialists include Johns Hopkins University, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Parsimony, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed federal contractors, and enterprise healthcare and financial services organizations are among the most consistent hirers of this role.
Can you get a remote lead information technology specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level lead roles are competitive because employers expect you to self-direct and troubleshoot without on-site support from day one. Candidates who gain traction typically show hands-on project work, contribute to open-source or volunteer IT initiatives, and earn recognized certifications like CompTIA, AWS, or ITIL to demonstrate readiness for independent remote responsibility.
Do you need a degree for remote lead information technology specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated IT leadership experience, relevant certifications, and a verifiable history of managing systems or teams over a formal degree. That said, federal contractors and larger enterprises often list a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field as a baseline, so having one expands the range of remote roles available to you.
Which industries hire the most remote lead information technology specialists?
The sectors hiring the most remote lead information technology specialists are Education and Insurance, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely heavily on distributed teams and need lead IT specialists who can oversee infrastructure, security, and project delivery without being physically on-site.
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