Senior Director, Infrastructure Architecture and Network Based Services (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)
Freddie Mac
McLean, VA
Permanent
Full-time
1 month ago
At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you’ll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.Join an Information Session hosted by Frank Nazzaro, on Friday, February 16th, 2024 from 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST on MS Teams [ ]. This info session will offer insights regarding the role and allow an opportunity for questions and answers.Position Overview:This role is for a Senior Director Infrastructure Architecture and Network Based Services. The function organizes top level design and integration of infrastructure related platform areas:End user supporting servicesResponsible for core infrastructure from perimeter to virtual edge (excludes clusters, service mesh, containers, and virtualized hosting)Core Network Services (Routing, Switching, Wi-Fi, Data Center, and End User Connectivity)Enterprise SDN / SDWAN StrategyZero Trust Strategy and RoadmapPerimeter Security & OperationsNetwork based services (DNS, Directory, IP Management, Proxies, Load Balancers)Automation COE (FN – This should be a discussion point)In addition, as a direct report you will provide oversight of special programs in progress (i.e. Operational Automation, Secure File Transfer).Our Impact:The new team is comprised of 60+ FTEs, enterprise vendor contracts, software licensing and significant component and hardware assets. This role requires strong leadership, communication, influencing skills, technical and operational capabilities.This leader will be accountable to participate in the design and documentation of Enterprise Operations & Technology (EOT) technology strategy. The candidate needs to establish strong relationship with their functional counterparts. You will be responsible for all enterprise administrative duties: Risk and Controls, Workforce Management (Performance, Recruiting, Training, Succession, Program Management and Financial).Your Impact:Mentor existing team managers as the company embarks on building technology service automation to lead Technology delivery and Operations to improve efficiencyAdopt and champion Agile methodologies to improve workflow velocity and improve leadership visibility into project timelines and efficiencyStandardize and automate processes aligned with enterprise frameworks to ensure sustainability and consistencyDefine and document high level understanding of division application workstreamsCollaboration with IT teams to drive workflow efficiency in partnership with division COO organizationDrive and adopt a culture driven by data - where key performance indicators are gathered from top to bottom and fed to automated tooling to improve system reliability and performancePrototype new tools & technologies based on organizational strategy and evolving threats while looking for opportunities to optimize, consolidate and manage out tools that no longer meet company needsKeep a critical eye towards what’s working and what’s not optimal to drive improvementsQualifications:15+ years of Technology Management experience of large technology areasLead and contribute to technology directionLead and contribute to team development and workforce strategy15+ years in running technology operationsCore Network Services (Routing, Switching, Wi-Fi, Data Center and End User Connectivity)Enterprise SDN / SDWAN StrategyZero Trust Strategy and RoadmapPerimeter SecurityExpert in networking design or operationsExperience in vendor managementExperience in Operational Risk Management and three lines of defense operating models.Development experience a plusExperience designing and implementing self-service capabilities via automation for the technology services under their remitExperience participating in discussions with senior leadership to understand the vision and strategic goals being supported by the team.Experience with communicating and influencing senior business leaders in operational and risk management of their IAM landscapeExperience communicating project and budget status to senior leadership on regular, defined intervalsExperience with business financial management, compliance and regulatory requirements, program management, change management and risk managementDegree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relative experienceKeys to Success in this Role:The candidate must have implementation and operations of Software Defined Infrastructure, concepts in cloud technology and software defined architecturesThe candidate must understand how to design service taxonomy and develop middleware/glueware components to support self-service and dynamic binding of services developed by other functional areasCurrent Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you’ll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit and register with our referral code: MAC.Time-type:Full timeFLSA Status:ExemptFreddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our site.This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $230,000 - $346,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
