Global BFSI Strategy & Cloud Networking Lead

Nokia Corporation

Coppell (TX)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Flexible and hybrid working schemes

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Job summary

Nokia is seeking a seasoned MCE Practice Lead BFSI to own and drive the global BFSI vertical strategy, working with CTOs, CTIOs and CIOs to shape repeatable solutions and market plays. You will partner with regional teams and partners to accelerate BFSI growth and modernization globally.

In this senior role, you will craft industry blueprints, translate market needs into portfolio priorities, and lead cross-functional execution across product, sales and marketing to deliver secure, resilient,

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, business, or related field.
10+ years in BFSI tech, with focus on transformation, infra, or consulting.
Proven BFSI technology strategy, blueprints, reference architectures, GTM propositions.
Translate business and tech requirements into customer-centric solutions and priorities.
Deep understanding of BFSI tech, including data centers, networking, cloud connectivity, cybersecurity, resilience, modernization.
Strong knowledge of FFIEC, NYDFS, DORA, and global regulatory standards.
Experience influencing CIO/CTO/CTIO at C-level on strategy and architecture.
Expertise in cloud adoption, network modernization, cybersecurity, resilience, and digital banking infra.
Collaborate with product, sales, marketing, partners, and regional teams for growth.
Extensive BFSI experience across North America is required.

Responsibilities

Develop Nokia’s global BFSI strategy for data centers, connectivity, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
Define industry blueprints, priority use cases, customer requirements, and reference architectures for financial services.
Adapt global BFSI strategies to regional regulatory requirements and banking modernization trends.
Translate market intelligence and customer needs into portfolio priorities and GTM strategies.
Position Nokia solutions around BFSI outcomes like resilience, security, and operational efficiency.
Build executive relationships with CIOs, CTOs, and technology leaders across banks and financial institutions.
Lead discussions on cloud networking, data center architecture, cybersecurity, and infrastructure modernization.
Capture regional insights to influence product strategy, market plays, and portfolio investments.
Develop and strengthen ecosystem partnerships with banks, fintechs, payment providers, cloud providers, SI, and consultants.
Drive cross-functional alignment among product, portfolio, sales, marketing, and regional teams for BFSI growth.
Enable regional teams with plays, architectures, use cases, and customer messaging to accelerate adoption.
Represent Nokia in industry forums, analyst engagements, and regulatory discussions while monitoring trends.