Global IT Network Architect (Remote)

We have met todays energy needs while planning for tomorrows for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light launched in 1920 Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience.

Our product range includes engines generators power conversion UPS systems EV components and electrification solutions microgrid controls and management clean energy solutions and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM residential industrial and commercial customers.

Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact.

At Rehlko our team members are the essential energy that powers our organizations success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyones 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!

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 degradations.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Education:Prefer bachelors degree in computer science or information technology or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience:10 years of progressive experience in network engineering and architecture ideally in a global enterprise environment.
• Technical Expertise:Strong hands-on experience with network technology: switches routers wireless controllers monitoring tools setting parameters/alerts VxLAN and IPSec Tunneling.
• WAN Technologies:Experience with WAN technologies SD-WAN MPLS VPNs and cloud connectivity (e.g. AWS Azure networking) advanced subnetting VLANs IP planning and network segmentation.
• Network Automation:Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible Terraform or Python scripting (nice to have).
• Soft Skills:Strong leadership communication and stakeholder management skills (dealing with distributed teams cross-region projects) strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Certifications:Preferred certifications include:
  • 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)

About Us

Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities along with competitive benefits and PurposeCreating an energy resilient world for a better futureand Values: Curiosity Trust Pace and Excellence are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at addition to the investment in your development Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary health vision dental 401(k) with Rehlkomatching and more!

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