Define and own global connectivity and network security strategy aligned with digital, cloud, and IT/OT transformation roadmap.
Lead enterprise architecture for SD-WAN, SASE/SSE (Zscaler ZIA & ZPA), ZTNA, hybrid Cloud networking, and secure connectivity services.
Develop multi-year roadmap for network modernization, security convergence, and IT/OT evolution.
Establish and govern global standards, reference architectures, and security design principles for connectivity services.
Own and manage SD-WAN (Silver Peak), global internet breakout, and VPN replacement strategies.
Architect and manage Palo Alto NGFW settings including IT/OT zones, iDMZ, B2B VPN, and cloud security integration.
Manage firewall ecosystems including Panorama, Strata Cloud Manager (SCM), and Strata Logging Service (SLS).
Ensure consistent enforcement of security policies across internet, SaaS, cloud, and enterprise applications.
Lead IT/OT convergence strategy including industrial segmentation, secure connectivity, iDMZ, and IoT/OT device security.
Implement Zero Trust principles including identity-based access, least privilege, and secure segmentation across networks.
Ensure high availability, resilience,



and performance of global connectivity and security platforms.
Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex network/security issues.
Drive automation, orchestration, and AIOps adoption across connectivity and security operations.
Maintain architecture documentation, governance standards, and operational reporting for leadership. IT&D; Senior Manager, Connectivity Services
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement firewall policies, threat prevention, encryption, and secure access controls.
Ensure compliance with enterprise security frameworks, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
Manage vulnerability remediation and continuous security posture improvements.
Lead vendor management and governance for Zscaler, Palo Alto Networks, SD-WAN providers, ISPs, and managed service partners.
Collaborate with enterprise architecture, cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, manufacturing, and business stakeholders for solution delivery.
Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies such as AI-driven security, SASE evolution, IoT security, and edge computing.

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