Lead Network Architect

Sr. Platforms Architect The Sr. Platforms Architect is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve the IT infrastructure and developing enterprise standards, while delivering highly available, secure and cost-effective IT infrastructure in a manufacturing environment. How You Will Impact The Firm Develop and maintain technology road maps for the enterprise network architecture Contribute towards the advancement and improvement of the overall network architecture Partner with Technology Platforms teams to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner and are of high quality Take a lead role in the engagement and mitigation of outage causing events Ability to engage and effectively communicate with multiple tiers of management on highly technical topics Review, consult and prepare for planned changes being introduced to the production environment Partner with Operations team to plan and execute Network upgrades and device maintenance Plan deployment projects and operationalize the implementations of new technologies Contribute towards continual improvement of our global network architecture Work with stakeholders to identify objectives and report progress Mentor and influence other IT resources Advance a culture of data driven decision making, agility and continuous improvement Be an SME and mentor to the IT Operations team providing implementation plans for new solutions What You Need To Succeed: Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience 10 + years of experience managing technical architecture, projects and implementation in IT infrastructure Demonstrated knowledge of designing, building, and implementing technical solutions across network infrastructure environments Senior level Cisco networking experience in a large enterprise environment Senior level experience designing, deploying, and maintaining highly resilient and scalable distributed LAN and WAN network architecture Deep, hands-on experience with TCP/IP and routing protocols (BGP and OSPF) Expert level knowledge of WAN optimization such as Cisco WAAS and Riverbed Expert level knowledge with Software-Defined Network such as Cisco ACI and VMWare NSX Strong understanding of SD-WAN design and implementation The ability to collaborate with the PMO on Project, Program and Portfolio concepts and assist in design and delivery methods with progress tracking Cisco CCIE certification preferred Experience in Process Control Networks preferred Professional proficiency with the MS suite of products (Word, Excel, PPT, Visio, Project) Being self-directed, fast-paced, collaborative, and results-oriented Basic Knowledge of networking and network infrastructure a plus. Strong communication, presentation and collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a global enterprise. Ability to work under tight deadlines at a fast pace. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate in a matrixed environment Strong attention to detail ERS Search