Americas Regional Network Technical Director

Job Title: Americas Regional Network Technical Director Introduction to role: Are you ready to lead and innovate in the dynamic world of network services? As the Americas Regional Network Technical Director, you'll be at the forefront of driving significant regional projects, encouraging customer intimacy, and supporting Global Network Services (GNS) priorities. Your role will be pivotal in aligning projects with business needs, ensuring technical standards are met, and facilitating collaborator dialogue. You'll stay close to the business, educating GNS on regional significance, and driving end-of-life forecasting. With a network operational budget of over $55 million, you'll be the authority for the Americas region, guiding initiatives and supporting colleagues. Accountabilities: In collaboration with collaborators, define the overall Network Vision and drive all aspects of the Network Strategy. Accountable for Global AstraZeneca Network Services, Projects, Operations, Security, and budget. Partner with cross-technology teams to deliver innovation and deployment of Next Gen Wireless Network, LAN/WAN, Cloud, Security solutions. Understand evolving work trends in design, engineering, and modeling applications supported by network infrastructure. Maintain effective relationships across IT, business customers, and network partners & vendors. Provide technical leadership for critical regional projects and ensure timely delivery. Manage relationships with network hardware and software vendors. Sustain deep knowledge of network products and environments. Keep proximity to project Delivery function for clarity on portfolio needs and priorities. Build strong working relationships with Global IT functions and key customers. Coordinate network risk for the region and mitigate risks where appropriate. Ensure vendors honor contract obligations in the region. Lead network device end-of-service life forecasting and secure appropriate funding. Drive global continuous improvement across all service aspects. Collaborate with Network Reliability Engineering across ITIL disciplines. Essential Skills/Experience: Bachelor's Degree Minimum 10+ years of experience Excellent communications skills Confident presenter Demonstrated management experience of matrix and multicultural teams Experience in formulating successful strategic plans Experience working with Senior IT leadership Ability to build and maintain partnerships Significant experience working with vendors Ability to lead and encourage individuals Encourages personal development aligned with Network strategy Understanding of network patterns and approach Bring Automation first approach In-depth experience in SD-WAN, Wireless, Network Security Deep technical knowledge in high availability design Large enterprise working experience is an added advantag Alignment with AZ Values and Behaviors Agile Enterprise mentality Self-starter who develops new skills proactively Excellent influencing, networking, and collaborative working skills Ability to work well in diverse matrixed global teams Desirable Skills/Experience: Several years of exposure or direct management of IT service vendors. Professional certification on Project Management and Agile ways of working. Other Professional certifications around relationship or vendor management. Experience working in a global organization, preferably within the pharmaceuticals industry. Outstanding communication and social skills. Experience working in a customer focused organization. Experience working in a matrix organization. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. The annual base pay for this position ranges from $160,559.20 - $240,838.80 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. AstraZeneca offers an environment where innovation thrives! Here, your work directly impacts patients by transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. We empower our business to perform at its peak by combining ground breaking science with leading digital technology platforms. Join us at a crucial stage of our journey to become a digital and data-led enterprise. With investment behind us, there's no slowing us down. Dive deep into exploring new technologies and make a relevant impact every day. Ready to tackle this exciting challenge? Apply now to join our group! Date Posted 26-Jun-2026 Closing Date 09-Jul-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.