Senior Director, Network Engineering

About the Role:

As Senior Director, Network Engineering, you will spearhead a transformative network modernization initiative, powering a $40 billion revenue stream across the Americas and Caribbean, leading a team of 10 seasoned network engineers to architect the future of our global network infrastructure. This role demands a visionary leader who can define and execute strategy, champion operational excellence, and cultivate high-performance teams. The end-state network will be robust, resilient and efficient. It will leverage sound design, state of the art technologies and emerging capabilities such as AIOps to achieve these goals and to seamlessly integrate with the global TD SYNNEX environment.

* Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Accelerate network modernization, simplification and integration to support dynamic business growth.
• Deliver reliable and resilient services, and leverage automation tools to improve standardization and efficiency
• Create and sell strategic investment proposals to leverage promising emerging technologies for increased business advantage.
• Build and Manage High-Performing Teams: Cultivate innovation, reward excellence, promote learning, and coach regularly.

Requirements:

• 15+ years network engineering experience, including 10+ years managing IT engineering teams and 5+ years leading multi-country network teams.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees in Computer Science, Networking, or related fields preferred.
• Advanced certifications in networking, cloud, IT service management, process engineering, and network security highly desirable.

• Network Modernization & Innovation:
  • Proven ability to develop and implement innovative network solutions to enhance service and efficiency.
  • Expertise in designing, building, and operating modern multi-country SD-WAN networks.
  • Deep understanding of Cisco VXLAN, NDFC, and VRF technologies.
• Advanced Network Security:
  • Experience designing secure networks with Network Access Control, DDOS protection, and Zero Trust architecture.
  • Proficiency in deploying and managing Fortinet Firewalls and SD-WAN, and Cisco datacenter/edge switches.
• Network Management & Automation:
  • Expertise in designing, implementing, and utilizing SolarWinds for network health monitoring, automation, IP Address Management, service visualization, and device configuration.
• Strategic Leadership & Team Development:
  • Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and manage resources effectively.
  • Experience outsourcing tactical functions and managing partners for increased value.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Strong multicultural interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
• Professionalism & Adaptability:
  • Ability to maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality.
  • Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and manage critical business outages.

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What's In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It's not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don't meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At TD SYNNEX, we're proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you're excited about working for our company and believe you're a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we're looking for!

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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