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Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services
Director of Infrastructure Connectivity ServicesPANGEATWO • Birmingham, AL, United States
Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services

Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services

PANGEATWO • Birmingham, AL, United States
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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 certifications
  • AWS Advanced Networking or Google Cloud Network Engineer (preferred, not required)
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