Enterprise Network Operations & Modernization Lead

About the role

KLA's IT group supports business growth and productivity by connecting people, process and technology worldwide. It is looking for an experienced Enterprise Network Operations & Modernization Lead to lead global network operations and drive the modernization of the enterprise network infrastructure. The role ensures operational excellence, improves network reliability and delivers scalable, secure and automated network services across campus, data center, cloud, WAN and remote environments.

Key responsibilities

• Improve service reliability, availability and performance of the enterprise network
• Drive continuous improvements in connectivity across campuses, manufacturing sites, data centers, cloud environments and remote users
• Identify and execute modernization opportunities such as automation, cloud networking, SD-WAN and infrastructure lifecycle upgrades
• Partner with Cyber Security teams to align network architecture with security standards, segmentation, compliance and risk reduction
• Develop and implement automation and efficiency programs to reduce manual effort
• Communicate network strategy, operational health and modernization progress to leadership and stakeholders
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with Network, Security, Cloud, Infrastructure and Application teams
• Support strategic planning and roadmaps for future network capabilities and technology investments

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of enterprise networking experience
• 5+ years leading global network operations or engineering teams
• Proven experience leading enterprise network modernization initiatives and large-scale network transformation programs
• Strong stakeholder management and multi-functional collaboration skills

Required skills

• Cisco technologies, network automation and enterprise monitoring platforms
• Enterprise routing, switching, wireless, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking and network security
• Preferred: OT networking and ICS, cloud transformation and hybrid networking, ITIL and Agile
• Preferred skills: Python, Ansible, Terraform, AWS, Azure, AIOps, Zero Trust, SASE

What we offer

• Base pay range of $137,800 to $234,300 annually
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave