Network & Firewall Architecture Lead
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Responsibilities
- Own global network and firewall architecture standards, governance processes, reference architectures, and design patterns
- Define and maintain architectural guardrails for network connectivity, firewall policy design, segmentation, and cloud connectivity
- Establish architecture review practices to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and cybersecurity expectations
- Provide architectural leadership and technical guidance for major network, firewall, infrastructure, and cloud transformation initiatives
- Reduce technical debt through architecture modernization, lifecycle planning, and strategic roadmap execution
- Serve as the final technical authority for high-risk network and firewall changes and significant design decisions
- Act as a trusted advisor to Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and regional technology teams
Requirements
- Expert-level knowledge of enterprise network and firewall architecture in complex, multi-region environments
- Deep understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, network segmentation, VPN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking
- Experience leading architecture for major network, infrastructure, or security transformation initiatives
- Ability to assess technical debt and develop strategic modernization roadmaps
- Strong risk-based decision-making skills regarding security, performance, and cost
- Experience reviewing and approving high-risk technical changes and complex architecture exceptions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience with architecture governance, change governance, and compliance requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
- 12+ years of relevant experience in network or cybersecurity architecture
- Relevant certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, CISSP, or CISM
About the Company
Yum! Brands is a global leader in the restaurant industry, owning iconic brands including KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill.
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