Sr. Network Solution Architect

Panasonic Corporation of North America; United States; On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Wellbeing Programs

Employee Recognition

Annual Bonus

Job summary

Panasonic Corporation of North America is seeking a Senior Network Solution Architect to lead IT/OT convergence, design resilient data center and edge networks with Cisco ACI, and manage multi-cloud connectivity across AWS and Azure. You will implement Zero Trust security, automate provisioning with Python/Ansible, and guide enterprise networking strategy.

The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing/industrial environments, strong leadership, and the ability to interact with C-level

Qualifications

• 15+ years of IT and networking architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect IT/OT convergence across plant floors and corporate networks.
• Design data center and edge compute using Cisco ACI in manufacturing facilities.
• Architect enterprise WAN/LAN and multi-cloud backbones across AWS and Azure.
• Implement IT/OT security with ZTNA, NGFW, and micro-segmentation.
• Lead automation with Python and Ansible for provisioning and deployment.
• Mentor engineering teams and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Network Architecture

IT/OT Convergence

Zero Trust/Security

Automation & Scripting

Cloud Networking

Tools

Cisco ACI

Infoblox

Aruba

Azure

AWS

Zscaler

Job description

Overview

Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey!

Responsibilities

Sr. Network Solution Architect

What You'll Get To Do:

We are seeking a Senior Network Solution Architect with over 15 years of IT experience to lead the architectural vision, engineering, and deployment of complex network systems. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of specialized experience designing and implementing resilient, secure network environments tailored specifically to manufacturing and industrial facilities including smart factories. In this pivotal role, you will bridge Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) domains, establishing zero-trust network boundary definitions, multi-cloud interconnectivity, and scalable automation across enterprise centers, remote sites, and shop-floor operations.

Network Architecture, Cisco ACI & IT/OT Strategy

• Architect IT/OT Convergence: Design end-to-end IT/OT network solutions across plant floors and corporate networks adhering to industrial standards
• Data Center Architecture: Implement and optimize Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) for modern data centers and edge compute locations within manufacturing facilities.
• DNS/DHCP/IPAM Management: Architect and manage enterprise IP address schemes and core network services using Infoblox.
• Performance & Resilience: Drive capacity planning, performance optimization, and high-availability troubleshooting across plant floor devices, distributed edge environments, and corporate backbones.

Enterprise WAN/LAN & Multi-Cloud Connectivity

• Enterprise Infrastructure: Design high-performance enterprise WAN/LAN structures using Cisco and Aruba network hardware and management suites.
• Cloud Interconnects: Architect multi-cloud network backbones across AWS and Microsoft Azure, leveraging Azure ExpressRoute, Cloud VPNs, VNet Peering, and Transit Gateways.
• Core Routing & SD-WAN: Manage complex BGP routing policies, OSPF, and SD-WAN implementations across global and regional plant sites.

Network Security & Zero Trust Architecture

• Micro-Segmentation & Security: Enforce strict IT/OT segmentation using Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and micro-segmentation to protect SCADA/ICS environments.
• Cloud Security & ZTNA: Integrate Zscaler cloud security platforms and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions to establish secure remote access for employees and external vendors.

Automation, Infrastructure Planning & Delivery

• Network Automation: Script and orchestrate infrastructure workflows using Python and Ansible to automate configuration management, compliance auditing, and service deployment.
• Infrastructure Delivery: Lead end-to-end lifecycle planning, technical evaluations, budgeting inputs, and deployment strategies for enterprise and plant infrastructure upgrades.

Leadership, Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Executive & Operations Advisory: Serve as the technical authority across C-level executives, IT Directors, Plant Managers, and OT Engineers.
• Vendor Management: Direct technical engagements with vendors, system integrators, telecom providers, and consultants to ensure cost-efficiency and SLA delivery.
• Technical Excellence & SOPs: Author comprehensive architecture blueprints, network topologies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) while mentoring engineering teams.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Total Experience: 15+ years of broad IT and networking architecture experience.
• Manufacturing/OT Focus: 5+ years of direct experience designing, implementing, and supporting network environments within manufacturing or industrial plant settings.
• Data Center & IPAM: Hands-on mastery of Cisco ACI and Infoblox (DNS/DHCP/IPAM).
• Enterprise Networking & Routing: Deep expertise with Cisco and Aruba LAN/WAN architectures, BGP routing, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Cloud Networking: Extensive experience with Azure (ExpressRoute, VNets, VPN Gateways), AWS, and Zscaler integration.
• Security & Zero Trust: Demonstrated ability in IT/OT network segmentation, firewalling, and ZTNA implementation.
• Automation & Scripting: Practical experience with Python and Ansible for network provisioning and management.

Core Competencies

• Network Architecture & Strategy
• IT Infrastructure Planning & Delivery
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
• Vendor Management & Consulting
• Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting
• Communication & Technical Documentation Excellence

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Health Benefits– Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits– Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits– Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance– Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs–Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
• Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honestyhave been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equalopportunity employer.

The wage range of$145,000 - $165,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.

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