Connectivity Service Lead

Job description

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a visionary and technically adept Connectivity – Service and Architecture Lead to manage and evolve a high-impact team responsible for building and operating secure, business-critical IT infrastructure across NXP’s global footprint. This role will lead the design, implementation, and governance of services spanning network connectivity, routing/switching, firewalls, containers, virtual machines, databases, backup, storage, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and Linux environments for including on-prem infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Leadership Strategy • Lead and manage cross-functional global team delivering secure IT services for NXP’s business-critical secure areas. • Define and execute architectural vision aligned with NXP’s global connectivity roadmap. • Collaborate with vendors, partners, managed service providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure service excellence. Infrastructure Operations • Oversee the lifecycle of network infrastructure including LAN/WAN, firewall rule sets, cloud/on-prem firewalls, and secure routing/switching. • Manage containerized environments (Kubernetes, OpenShift), virtual machines, and database platforms. • Ensure robust backup and storage solutions are in place for high availability and disaster recovery. Security Governance • Align network security architecture with governance teams/frameworks and certifications (GSMA, Common Criteria). • Drive automation for various technical projects for provisioning, monitoring, and policy enforcement. • Collaborate with NXP’s governance and certification teams to align infrastructure environment to…