Manager - Global Network Operations
Core
Strategic leader responsible for engineering and operational evolution of the core enterprise networking ecosystem, including global SD-WAN, GCP connectivity, and factory-edge environments.
Role type
Manager, Global Network Operations
Builds
Scalable, robust, and secure network architectures for enterprise, datacenter, and cloud landing zones.
Domain
Enterprise Networking / Cloud Infrastructure / Manufacturing IT
Required skills
SD-WAN architecture, Intent-Based Networking (IBN), Google Cloud Platform (GCP) networking, EVPN-VXLAN design, Network Automation (IaC), BGP/OSPF protocols, IT/OT convergence, Vendor management, Team leadership
Preferred skills
Master's degree, 10+ years IT experience, 3+ years technical leadership, Cisco/Fortinet/Palo Alto SD-WAN experience, Prisma SASE/ZTNA experience
Technologies
Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Terraform, Ansible, Python, GitOps, Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Prisma
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end lifecycle and 24/7 operational performance of enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, and GCP cloud networking environments; Drive transition toward Intent-Based Networking (IBN) and AIOps; Optimize resilient connectivity between on-premise sites, factory edge nodes, and GCP; Deliver modern EVPN-VXLAN Leaf-Spine datacenter fabrics; Lead a "Network as Code" strategy using Terraform, Ansible, Python, and GitOps; Partner with manufacturing and OT security teams to deploy and protect shop-floor networks; Direct and mentor a global team of network engineers; Manage commercial contracts and relationships with global ISP carriers and hardware vendors.
Seniority
Manager, strategic technical leadership
