Job Information
Mastercard Lead, Enterprise Operations-1 in San Francisco, California
Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Lead, Enterprise Operations-1
Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential.
Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.
Overview
The Network Operations Center (NOC) within Global Network Operations is seeking a Lead Enterprise Operations Analyst to support Mastercard's mission of ensuring that our global network infrastructure remains operational, secure, and highly available. This role is based in the US Region and will focus on leading L1 tier operations, mentoring junior network analysts, and providing technical expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex network incidents.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned network professional with deep technical knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for developing talent. You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and play a critical role in maintaining the operational excellence that supports Mastercard's global digital infrastructure.
Role
In this position, you will:
Lead and mentor L1 network analysts across the US Region, providing technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and skill development
Perform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex network incidents using BGP, EIGRP, and TCP/IP protocols
Conduct packet capture (PCAP) analysis to diagnose network performance issues and security incidents
Triage and prioritize multiple simultaneous incidents based on business impact and severity, ensuring resolution within defined SLAs
Serve as an escalation point for critical network issues, coordinating cross-functional resolution efforts
Monitor and maintain network infrastructure including Cisco, Arista, Aruba, Fortinet, CheckPoint, and Palo Alto technologies
Leverage monitoring and analytics tools such as Splunk and Netscout to proactively identify and resolve network anomalies
Support Linux-based network systems and troubleshoot OSI layer-specific issues
Track and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Service Level Objectives (SLOs), and other ITSM metrics
Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation, including weekend shifts, to ensure continuous operational support
Collaborate with engineering, security, and infrastructure teams to implement network improvements and operational best practices
Develop and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance NOC efficiency and reduce mean time to resolution (MTTR)
All About You
The ideal candidate for this position should:
Have 5+ years of hands-on experience in network operations, with proven expertise in L1/L2 support environments
Possess expert-level knowledge of BGP and EIGRP routing protocols, including troubleshooting and optimization
Demonstrate strong proficiency in TCP/IP protocols and OSI model troubleshooting across all seven layers
Have advanced skills in packet capture analysis using tools like Wireshark, tcpdump, or similar
Show extensive operational experience with enterprise networking equipment: Cisco, Arista, Aruba, Fortinet, CheckPoint, and Palo Alto
Be proficient in Linux system administration and command-line troubleshooting
Have hands-on experience with network monitoring and SIEM tools such as Splunk and Netscout
Demonstrate mastery of ITSM frameworks, including incident management, problem management, and change management processes
Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership during critical incidents
Show proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
Excel at multitasking and prioritization in high-stress situations, maintaining composure and clarity under pressure
Be a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset
Display initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to staying current with emerging network technologies
Have flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24x7 operational model
(Preferred) Hold industry certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent vendor certifications
Corporate Security Responsibility
Every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security. All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and therefore, it is expected that the successful candidate for this position must:
Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach; and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
O'Fallon, Missouri: $122,000 - $207,000 USD