Corporate Vice President - Enterprise Network Architect

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per quarter We are seeking a Senior Enterprise Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of secure, scalable remote access and enterprise networking solutions across a global, distributed environment. This role is critical to delivering resilient, high-performing infrastructure while prioritizing exceptional digital experiences for employees in remote and hybrid work models.

What You'll Do

• Design and deploy enterprise-grade remote access solutions, including VPN, ZTNA, and SASE, ensuring fast, reliable, and seamless connectivity for diverse user populations.
• Architect and maintain global Cisco network environments, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure, to maximize uptime and performance.
• Ensure high availability and low latency across hybrid cloud and on-premise environments to support productivity and business continuity.
• Implement dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize critical application traffic.
• Deploy and leverage observability and monitoring tools (e.g., Cisco DNA Center, NetFlow, ThousandEyes) to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact end users.
• Lead root cause analysis and incident resolution efforts with a focus on minimizing user impact and reducing mean time to resolution (MTTR).
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to implement secure authentication and access controls (MFA, SAML, role-based access) while maintaining a positive user experience.
• Automate provisioning, failover, and troubleshooting workflows to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with service management and employee experience teams to identify network-related pain points and translate user feedback into infrastructure improvements.
• Mentor network engineers on architecture standards, best practices, and user-centered design principles.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, including significant experience with remote access technologies.
• Proven experience supporting large-scale, global Cisco network environments and diverse end-user populations.
• Strong expertise in enterprise networking protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, IPSec, and TLS.
• Hands-on experience with VPN and remote access platforms such as Cisco AnyConnect, Zscaler, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, or Fortinet.
• Experience with hybrid cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Proficiency with monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as DNA Center, NetFlow, Wireshark, and SolarWinds.
• Scripting or automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A user-centric mindset with empathy for end users and a passion for improving digital employee experiences.

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