Global IT Network Architect (Onsite)

This is an on-site role.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Global IT Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide network solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in global architecture, routing and switching, WAN/LAN, and latency optimization to design highly available, secure, and scalable network infrastructures that support enterprise-wide digital operations.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing global network infrastructure using network technologies (routers, SD-WAN, switches).
• Lead the planning and deployment of wireless network solutions, including wireless controllers, access points (APs), and associated infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain scalable network topologies across data centers, cloud environments, and remote offices.
• Define and enforce network segmentation strategies using VLANs, subnetting, and access controls.
• Establish global standards for network architecture, configuration, and security.
• Lead global network performance monitoring, fault isolation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with regional IT teams to deploy consistent solutions and ensure compliance with corporate policies and best practices.
• Ensure alignment with global security standards, including NAC, wireless encryption, segmentation, and access control.
• Monitor performance and escalate issues with vendors as needed to minimize downtime and maximize ROI.
• Assist with vendor relationships and engage in hardware/software procurement strategies.
• Drive the lifecycle management of Cisco Enterprise hardware.
• Oversee network monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Support global incident response for critical network outages or degradations.
• Maintain detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP schemas, and change management records.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior network engineers and support teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in network engineering and architecture, ideally in a global enterprise environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with network technology: switches, routers, wireless controllers, spanning-tree, monitoring tools, setting parameters/alerts, and IPSec Tunneling.
• Expert knowledge of Internet Protocol (IP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS).
• Experience with WAN technologies, SD-WAN, MPLS, VPNs, and strong experience with cloud connectivity (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure networking), advanced subnetting, VLANs, IP planning, and network segmentation.
• Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Python scripting (nice to have).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills (dealing with distributed teams, cross-region projects), strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Preferred certifications include: CCNP/CCIE (Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert), AWS/GCP/Azure Networking Certification.
• Preferred bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with vendors/platforms: Cisco/Meraki, Extreme, Infoblox, Silverpeak SD-WAN, Proxim, Starlink.

Skills

• Self-motivated and highly productive.
• Data-driven problem solver.
• Passionate about making things better for end users.
• Loves learning and teaching others.
• Makes teammates better.
• Resourceful and adaptable.
• Communicates effectively.

Not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Relocation assistance is available.

Schedule

1st shift (United States of America).

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plans.
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.