Network Architecture Manager - International Networks VP

Overview:

The Network Architecture Manager for International Networks will drive the solutioning and alignment of services within Network Architecture & Engineering and manage a team of network engineers throughout EMEA and APAC. This role will work collaboratively with the global network team and IT colleagues to lead cross-tower strategy, business alignment, governance and value attainment.

Play a critical role in the development and execution of the network strategic direction across data center, public cloud and network security. Be instrumental in ensuring that stakeholders receive high-quality products and services that meet their specific requirements.

• Collaborate with network leadership and Engineering teams to drive the development and articulation of network architecture & engineering strategy to support stakeholder requirements and value attainment
• Provide management and support of the international network engineering team
• Contribute to the management of the network budget to support planning, reporting and finance review
• Liaison across network towers to define infrastructure requirements and develop high-level designs
• Collaborate across IT to support business alignment and strategy and ensure the successful implementation of Network Programs
• Provide oversight of the procurement of infrastructure for Engineering initiatives
• Drive the collaboration and alignment of the Network Architecture & Engineering solutions roadmap
• Collaborate with IT engineering teams to define the network requirements to support large-scale deployments and migration initiatives
• Support the hand-off from Network Engineering to Network Operations

• Take ownership, solve problems, work collaboratively and communicate effectively
• Identify opportunities for improvement and re-alignment
• The ability to support and manage priorities within a rapidly changing environment
• A positive and enthusiastic mindset

• Bachelor degree or equivalent desired
• 7+ years experience managing technology teams
• Technical experience in the following areas:
  • Routing and Switching technologies (DC fabric and campus switching)
  • SD-WAN
  • Next-Gen Firewalls and Network Segmentation designs
  • Public cloud design (Azure/AWS)
  • Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Solutions
  • Network Load Balancing and Web Application Firewalls
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to build relationships with internal teams
• Skilled at explaining technical concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to diplomatically and effectively manage issues across functional teams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence and/or Sharepoint