Master Network Architect - Manufacturing
Core
Enterprise technical authority for manufacturing network architecture across Nissan Americas, enabling secure, resilient, and scalable connectivity for industrial automation and digital manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC Master Network Architect (Operational Technology)
Builds
Secure, highly available, low-latency network solutions for manufacturing plants, data centers, cloud environments, and OT ecosystems.
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Industrial OT / Enterprise Networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cisco networking technologies, LAN/WAN architecture, network security, cloud networking (AWS/Azure), SD-WAN, network automation, Zero Trust architecture, IT/OT convergence, disaster recovery planning, architectural governance
Preferred skills
Operational Technology (OT) and industrial automation experience, manufacturing environment support
Technologies
Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA Center, SD-WAN, SASE, AWS, Azure, PLCs, DCS, SCADA, MES
Responsibilities
Develop and govern OT network architectures for manufacturing technologies; Design secure, highly available network solutions with IT/OT segmentation; Own long-term network architecture strategy and roadmap; Lead architecture reviews and governance activities; Partner with cybersecurity teams to implement Zero Trust-aligned architectures; Mentor engineers and provide technical direction to vendors.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership