Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization :The design and communication of high-level structures to enable and guide the design and development of integrated solutions that meet current and future business needs. Solution architecture encompasses technology components, as well as changes to service, process, organization, and operating models. It provides comprehensive guidance on developing and modifying solution components, ensuring alignment with architecture, strategies, policies, standards, practices (including security), and compatibility with existing and planned components.Key Responsibilities :Specialist adviceMaintain knowledge in one or more specialized areas.Provide detailed advice on applying these specialisms to organizational planning and operations.Recognize the boundaries of their expertise.Collaborate with other specialists to ensure appropriate advice.Network architectureDesign and implement secure, robust network architectures aligned with best practices.Evaluate and enhance existing network designs for security and performance.Develop scalable network solutions.ResearchDevelop and refine research ideas within set goals, including evaluation and implementation.Use standard methods to analyze data and create research reports.Contribute to publication-quality material and participate in research communities.Emerging technology monitoringMonitor external environment and assess emerging technologies for organizational impact.Create reports, roadmaps, and share insights.Solution architectureDevelop solutions in specific business or infrastructure areas.Evaluate alternatives considering cost, performance, and scalability.Create specifications for cloud or on-premises components.Support change programs with technical plans adhering to standards.Requirements definition and managementDefine, scope, prioritize, and document requirements for small and complex changes.Follow standards, challenge stakeholders, and manage change requests.Systems integration and buildDefine software modules, produce build definitions, and accept software modules meeting criteria.Build software, configure environments, and conduct tests.Diagnose faults and produce reports.Technical SkillsProficiency in network technologies (Routing & Switching, MPLS, BGP, SDWAN / SDA, Wireless, IoT, ZTNA).Experience with network virtualization, security solutions (e.g., NSX, AWS, GCP, Azure).Ability to modify Firewall / IPS rules based on business needs.Familiarity with intrusion prevention, network authentication, and cloud security solutions (Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Netskope, Cisco).If required : People Management / Resource Management :Participate in hiring decisions and provide leadership, coaching, and development for team members.Allocate work considering experience and workload, monitor team performance, and adjust to meet business needs.Provide clear direction and targets aligned with business objectives.Key Relationships :Global ITBusiness functions (GOPS, Finance, HR, Marketing, Retail)HR ManagementControllingRequisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications :Four-year degree in Business Administration, IT, or related fields, or equivalent experience.Proficient in English (spoken and written).Minimum 5 years in IT, with at least 2 years in relevant areas and 1 year in team management.Understanding of different cultures and experience working across functions/markets. #J-18808-Ljbffr