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Boeing Italy is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Network & Security Architecture and Design Manager to join the Network Infrastructure Services & Data Centers (NIS & DC) team in either Foggia or Milan, Italy.
The selected candidate will oversee architecture, design, implementation and maintenance of the organization’s network, IT infrastructure and security measures. This role requires managing a team of network designers and security analyst ensuring network optimization, performance, reliability, and security across all environments (LAN, WAN, wireless, cloud, data centers, and enterprise IT assets). It is essential for this management position to foster a culture of Process, Technical and Operational Excellence and a commitment to 5 nines reliability, along with Quality Assurance to ensure deployments meet the highest standards. You will collaborate closely with peers, Senior Managers and the Executive Director of Network Infrastructure Services & Data Centers to achieve these goals through program development, process excellence, and analytic measures designed to proactively resolve issues and drive continual service improvements.
We are looking for a visionary leader with bold thinking and exceptional leadership skills to drive our newly formed team, ensuring superlative experience for all internal customers.
If you want to leverage innovative technologies, tackle complex challenges, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply. Join us in our mission to enhance and advance global network operations at Boeing and help shape the future of connectivity!
Position Responsibilities:
Oversee daily operations of the Network Architecture and Design teams, ensuring that the network architectural standards and structures are strictly followed & implemented by every step of the design processes
Develop, document, implement and maintain the network architectural standards that enable design and automation practices to function with a high degree of quality and efficiency
Deliver highly reliable, repeatable patterns for local area networks (LAN), wireless (WLAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud and the security measures required to protect from all manner of cyber threats
Analyze network performance, planning for future capacity needs, and making recommendations for upgrades and improvements to ensure optimal performance and scalability for the enterprise network
Work with other IT professionals, such as network designers, system administrators, and security specialists, and leading teams to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of network solutions
Work collaboratively across all sectors of the IT organization and business organizations to achieve “silent” operations and superlative productivity for the company
Lead and mentor a team of network engineers and security analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network designs, configurations, procedures, and related information
Keep abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in networking and security, evaluating and integrating new technologies as appropriate
Manage budget and resources effectively
Participate in network audits and assessments remediating any findings through documented, process driven responses
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
5+ years of experience with Cisco and Arista networking, load balancing, firewalls, and/or related technologies for network solutions
5+ years of experience with network design, architecture, protocols, security, and/or operations for effective network management and implementation
3+ years of experience in managing and/or leading network and/or security design and architecture
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Work Authorization:
This requisition is for a locally hired position in Italy. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in Italy. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 23, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (Italy)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
