Enterprise Network Operations & Modernization Lead

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 137,800 - 234,300; Full time

Job summary

KLA is seeking an experienced Enterprise Network Operations & Modernization Lead to steer global network operations and drive modernization across campus, data center, cloud, WAN, and remote environments.

In this role you will improve reliability and automate services, coordinating with Cyber Security, Cloud, and Infrastructure teams while guiding strategic planning and technology investments for future network capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of enterprise networking experience.
• 5+ years leading global network operations or engineering teams.
• Experience with Cisco technologies and network automation.
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, WAN, SD‑WAN, cloud networking, and network security.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise network operational excellence by improving service reliability, availability, and performance.
• Drive continuous improvements in network connectivity across campuses, manufacturing sites, data centers, cloud environments, and remote users.
• Identify and execute network modernization opportunities, including automation, cloud networking, SD‑WAN, and infrastructure lifecycle upgrades.
• Partner closely with Cyber Security teams to align network architecture with security standards, segmentation, compliance requirements, and risk reduction initiatives.
• Develop and implement automation and operational efficiency programs to reduce manual effort and improve service delivery.
• Communicate network strategy, operational health, modernization progress, and business impact to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross‑functional initiatives involving Network, Security, Cloud, Infrastructure, and Application teams.
• Support strategic planning and roadmap development for future network capabilities and technology investments.

Skills

Network Automation

Cloud Networking

AIOps & Analytics

Zero Trust & SASE

ITIL & Agile

Stakeholder Management

Cisco Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Cisco Networking

Enterprise Monitoring

Python

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice‑controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem‑solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. IT’s mission is to enable business growth and productivity by connecting people, process, and technology. It focuses not only on enhancing the technology that enables our business to thrive but also on how employees use and are empowered by technology. This integrated approach to customer service, creativity and technological excellence enables employee productivity, business analytics, and process excellence.

Job Description / Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Network Operations & Modernization Lead to lead global network operations while driving the modernization of our enterprise network infrastructure. This role is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, improving network reliability, and delivering scalable, secure, and automated network services across campus, data center, cloud, WAN, and remote environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise network operational excellence by improving service reliability, availability, and performance.
• Drive continuous improvements in network connectivity across campuses, manufacturing sites, data centers, cloud environments, and remote users.
• Identify and execute network modernization opportunities, including automation, cloud networking, SD‑WAN, and infrastructure lifecycle upgrades.
• Partner closely with Cyber Security teams to align network architecture with security standards, segmentation, compliance requirements, and risk reduction initiatives.
• Develop and implement automation and operational efficiency programs to reduce manual effort and improve service delivery.
• Communicate network strategy, operational health, modernization progress, and business impact to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross‑functional initiatives involving Network, Security, Cloud, Infrastructure, and Application teams.
• Support strategic planning and roadmap development for future network capabilities and technology investments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global enterprise environments with 10,000+ users.
• Experience in manufacturing, retail, or other highly distributed environments.
• Knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) networking and Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Experience with cloud transformation and hybrid networking.
• Familiarity with ITIL and Agile practices.

Preferred Skills

• Network Automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
• Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure)
• AIOps and Network Analytics
• Zero Trust, SASE, and Network Security
• ITIL and Agile delivery practices

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with Cisco technologies, network automation, and enterprise monitoring platforms.
• Proven experience leading enterprise network modernization initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise routing, switching, wireless, WAN, SD‑WAN, cloud networking, and network security.
• Experience leading large‑scale network transformation and modernization programs.
• Strong stakeholder management, and multi‑functional collaboration skills.

Base Pay Range: $137,800.00 - $234,300.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone] to request accommodation.