Job Summary
The Director, Global Network Services is a senior technology leader responsible for defining, evolving, and operationalizing the enterprise strategy for global network infrastructure across Vertiv''s worldwide operations. This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all network services - including data center connectivity, manufacturing plant networks, branch office infrastructure, and cloud networking - ensuring seamless, secure, and resilient connectivity that supports Vertiv''s mission-critical business operations and continued global growth.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Operational Excellence
Oversee the design, deployment, and operation of enterprise network infrastructure across global data centers, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and corporate offices
Establish and maintain network performance SLAs, ensuring 99.99%+ availability for mission-critical environments
Direct network capacity planning and optimization to support business growth, M&A integration, and new facility buildouts
Implement robust monitoring, observability, and incident management frameworks to ensure rapid detection and resolution of network issues
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a globally distributed team of network engineers and architects (direct and matrixed)
Build a high-performance culture of continuous improvement, operational discipline, and customer service excellence
Manage vendor and service provider relationships, including contract negotiations, SLA governance, and strategic partnerships
Develop and manage the annual network services budget, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services
Security & Compliance
Collaborate with Cybersecurity to ensure network architecture adheres to Zero Trust principles, segmentation strategies, and regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, GDPR, industry standards)
Ensure network designs support audit readiness and governance frameworks across all regions
Drive network security posture improvements including firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention, and DDoS mitigation
Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary escalation point and subject matter expert for all global network services matters
Communicate network strategy, performance, and risk posture to senior IT leadership and business stakeholders
Partner with application, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure network readiness for new business initiatives and technology deployments
Requirements:
Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related network experience
12+ years of progressive experience in network engineering and operations, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing global network services
Deep expertise in enterprise networking technologies: routing/switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), SD-WAN, MPLS, firewalls, load balancers, DNS/DHCP, wireless (Wi-Fi 6/6E), and cloud networking (AWS, Azure)
Proven track record of leading large-scale network transformation programs in complex, multinational manufacturing or industrial environments
Experience managing geographically distributed teams across multiple time zones
Strong vendor management skills with major network providers (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Aruba, Zscaler)
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets
Preferred:
Industry certifications: CCIE, CCNP, PCNSE, or equivalent
Experience in manufacturing/industrial environments with OT/IT network convergence
Familiarity with network automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting)
ITIL certification or demonstrated experience with ITSM frameworks
Experience supporting M&A integration from a network infrastructure perspective
Leadership Competencies:
Strategic Vision: Ability to translate complex technical landscapes into clear, actionable strategies aligned with business outcomes
Operational Rigor: Commitment to disciplined execution, governance, and accountability across a global operating model
Influence & Communication: Executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels
Change Leadership: Proven ability to drive transformation in complex, matrixed organizations
Global Mindset: Cultural awareness and experience operating across diverse geographies and regulatory environments
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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