[Remote] Global IT Network Architect (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, committed to creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. They are seeking a highly skilled Global IT Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide network solutions, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient network infrastructures that support business operations globally.

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
• 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
• 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
• 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 degradations
• Network Documentation: Maintain detailed network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP schemas, and change management records
• Mentoring: Provide guidance and mentoring to junior network engineers and support teams

Skills
• Prefer bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 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, monitoring tools, setting parameters/alerts, VxLAN, and IPSec Tunneling
• Experience with WAN technologies, SD-WAN, MPLS, VPNs, and cloud connectivity (e.g., AWS, Azure networking), advanced subnetting, VLANs, IP planning, and network segmentation
• Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Python scripting
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills (dealing with distributed teams, cross-region projects), strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• CCNP/CCIE (Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert)
• AWS/Azure Networking Certification
• ITIL Foundation or other IT service management certifications
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP)
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• VMware Certified Professional – Network Virtualization (VCP-NV)
• Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE)

Benefits
• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) with Rehlko matching

Company Overview
• Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.rehlko.com/.

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