CTG is seeking an experienced Technical OSS Network SME & Project Manager to support a leading telecommunications client. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader with strong OSS expertise, project management experience, and a solid testing background. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating multiple vendor teams and preferably possess AT&T industry experience.

**Location:** Middletown, NJ

**Duration:** 12 months

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Lead OSS/network operations projects from initiation through deployment and support.

+ Act as the primary Technical OSS SME for network systems and operational support environments.

+ Coordinate and manage multiple vendor teams to ensure successful project execution.

+ Drive testing activities including system integration testing, validation, defect management, and issue resolution.

+ Partner with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.

+ Manage project schedules, risks, dependencies, status reporting, and stakeholder communications.

+ Support network operations improvements, OSS enhancements, and implementation activities.

**Required Skills & Qualifications**

+ Strong experience with Technical Network OSS environments.

+ Proven Project Management experience within telecommunications or network operations.

+ Hands-on testing and QA background.

+ Experience managing cross-functional and multi-vendor technical teams.

+ Strong understanding of network infrastructure and OSS platforms.

+ Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

+ AT&T experience strongly preferred.

**Preferred Experience**

+ 7+ years of telecommunications, OSS, or network operations experience.

+ Experience leading enterprise-scale technical implementations.

+ PMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications are a plus.

+ Bachelor’s degree in IT, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

**To Apply:**

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact **Nicole Shaw at** **Nicole.Shaw@ctg.com** . Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $115,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

**About CTG**

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.