Our client, an established and forward-looking organization, is seeking a Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services to lead the design, implementation, and continuous evolution of its enterprise connectivity strategy. This senior leadership position is responsible for ensuring secure, high-performance, and resilient networking across on-premises infrastructure and public cloud environments.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud networking (especially Microsoft Azure) , a strong understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud architectures , and experience with modern, data-intensive workloads , including those related to AI / ML. In this role, you’ll oversee teams responsible for network engineering, cloud connectivity, operations, automation, and communication services.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide strategic and operational oversight for all connectivity services, including LAN / WAN, cloud networking, remote access, and unified communications.
- Architect and manage hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and public cloud platforms using services such as Azure ExpressRoute, Virtual WAN, and VPN Gateway .
- Design cloud-native networking architectures that support scalable, secure, and resilient application delivery across Azure and AWS environments .
- Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to meet demanding network requirements for modern workloads, including containerized services and AI / ML platforms .
- Lead segmentation and security strategies to support compliance with standards like HIPAA, PCI , and others.
- Optimize networking infrastructure to support GPU-based workloads and low-latency, high-throughput demands.
- Oversee core network components including switching, routing, firewalls, and WAN optimization.
- Advance network automation and Infrastructure-as-Code practices using tools like Terraform, ARM, or Bicep .
- Direct enterprise wireless strategies to support clinical mobility, IoT, and secure campus connectivity.
- Manage telephony and unified communication platforms, including cloud-based voice and collaboration services.
- Ensure secure and reliable connectivity for distributed teams, contractors, and external partners.
- Cultivate vendor relationships to maintain service performance and enable future innovations.
- Build and develop high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams with an emphasis on cloud connectivity.
- Maintain alignment with internal security policies and external regulatory standards.
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).12+ years of infrastructure experience with 7+ years leading network and / or cloud connectivity teams.Advanced knowledge of Azure networking technologies, including vNet, ExpressRoute, NSG, Private Link , etc.Proven experience supporting hybrid environments integrating cloud and data center resources.Background in enterprise WAN architecture, SD-WAN , and global networking solutions.Familiarity with AI / ML networking requirements and performance optimization.Strong leadership in automation, performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.Prior experience in highly regulated sectors (e.g., healthcare, finance) is a plus.Preferred Certifications :
Microsoft Certified : Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)Cisco CCNP / CCIE, Fortinet NSE , or similar enterprise network certificationsAWS Advanced Networking or Google Cloud Network Engineer (preferred, not required)