Global IT Network Architect (Remote)

Why Work at Rehlko Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands. Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter. At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future! What We Offer At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide: Competitive compensation and benefits Work-life flexibility Recognition and rewards Development and career opportunities A safe and inclusive workplace Why You Will Love this Job Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Global IT Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide network solutions. The role can be remote, but you must travel to corporate once a month to meet with the team. This role will be responsible for architecting scalable, secure, and resilient network infrastructures that support business operations across the globe. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in global architecture, network security, routing and switching, and latency optimization, to design highly available, secure, and scalable network infrastructures that support enterprise-wide digital operations. Responsibilities: Network Architecture & Design: Architect and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing global network infrastructure using network and SD-WAN technologies (routers, switches, firewalls). Wireless Network Solutions: Lead the planning and deployment of wireless network solutions, including wireless controllers, access points (APs), and associated infrastructure. Network Topologies: Develop and maintain scalable network topologies across data centers, cloud environments, and remote offices. Network Segmentation: Define and enforce network segmentation strategies using VLANs, subnetting, and access controls. Global Standards: Establish global standards for network architecture, configuration, and security. Performance Monitoring: Oversee global network performance monitoring, fault isolation, and troubleshooting. Collaboration: Collaborate with regional IT teams to deploy consistent solutions and ensure compliance with corporate policies and best practices. Network Security & Compliance: Firewall Management: Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and threat prevention systems. Zero-Trust Architecture: Collaborate with security teams to implement zero-trust architecture principles. Risk Assessments: Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with internal and external standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST). Security Standards: Ensure alignment with global security standards, including NAC, wireless encryption, segmentation, and access control. Vendor & ISP Management: Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and manage contracts with global Internet Service Providers (ISPs), ensuring optimal service levels and costs. Performance Monitoring: Monitor performance and escalate issues with vendors as needed to minimize downtime and maximize ROI. Procurement Strategies: Manage vendor relationships and engage in hardware/software procurement strategies. Operational Excellence: Lifecycle Management: Lead the lifecycle management of Cisco Enterprise Agreements, including smart licensing, renewals, and cost optimization. Network Monitoring: Oversee network monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning. Incident Response: Support global incident response for critical network outages or degrad

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