Network Architecture Manager - International Networks VP

Network Architecture Manager - International Networks VP

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.







Responsibilities and deliverables include:

- 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

What we value:

- 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

Education & Required Qualifications:

- 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

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