Corporate Vice President - Enterprise Network Architect

 

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per quarter 

 

 

We are seeking a Senior Enterprise Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of secure, scalable remote access and enterprise networking solutions across a global, distributed environment. This role is critical to delivering resilient, high-performing infrastructure while prioritizing exceptional digital experiences for employees in remote and hybrid work models.

What You’ll Do

• Design and deploy enterprise-grade remote access solutions, including VPN, ZTNA, and SASE, ensuring fast, reliable, and seamless connectivity for diverse user populations.
• Architect and maintain global Cisco network environments, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure, to maximize uptime and performance.
• Ensure high availability and low latency across hybrid cloud and on-premise environments to support productivity and business continuity.
• Implement dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize critical application traffic.
• Deploy and leverage observability and monitoring tools (e.g., Cisco DNA Center, NetFlow, ThousandEyes) to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact end users.
• Lead root cause analysis and incident resolution efforts with a focus on minimizing user impact and reducing mean time to resolution (MTTR).
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to implement secure authentication and access controls (MFA, SAML, role-based access) while maintaining a positive user experience.
• Automate provisioning, failover, and troubleshooting workflows to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with service management and employee experience teams to identify network-related pain points and translate user feedback into infrastructure improvements.
• Mentor network engineers on architecture standards, best practices, and user-centered design principles.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, including significant experience with remote access technologies.
• Proven experience supporting large-scale, global Cisco network environments and diverse end-user populations.
• Strong expertise in enterprise networking protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, IPSec, and TLS.
• Hands-on experience with VPN and remote access platforms such as Cisco AnyConnect, Zscaler, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, or Fortinet.
• Experience with hybrid cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Proficiency with monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as DNA Center, NetFlow, Wireshark, and SolarWinds.
• Scripting or automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A user-centric mindset with empathy for end users and a passion for improving digital employee experiences.

 

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $180,500-$258,000 

Overtime eligible: Exempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

 

Company Overview 

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. 

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progr