Senior Network Architect (Operations Technology)

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities :


Role Focus

 

Defines enterprise-wide OT network strategy and reference architectures for BESS platforms. Acts as the final technical authority for OT networking, cybersecurity integration, and standardization across regions and projects.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Own global OT network architecture for BESS platforms
• Define reference architectures, standards, and design frameworks
• Architect secure OT/IT integration models aligned to IEC 62443
• Lead Zero Trust adoption for OT environments (ZPA/ZIA, Cisco ZTA)
• Drive architecture for multi-site, multi-region deployments
• Define resiliency, redundancy, and failover strategies
• Review and approve all OT network designs and deviations
• Lead architecture reviews with Product, Cybersecurity, and Compliance
• Influence vendor selection, technology standards, and long-term roadmaps
• Mentor Senior Architects and Engineers
• Represent OT network architecture in customer, regulator, and executive discussions

Qualifications

Qualification: BTech/MTech in CS

Experience: 12–18+ years

Technical Depth

• Expert-level knowledge of:

• Industrial OT network architecture
• Firewall and Zero Trust design for OT
• BGP, OSPF, VRF, advanced segmentation

 

• Strong experience with:

• Cisco ASA / FTD / FMC / ISE at scale
• Secure OT-to-cloud connectivity (AWS)

 

• Deep understanding of:

• IEC 62443, NIST, and critical infrastructure security models

 

Decision Authority

• Final authority on:

• OT network standards
• Security architecture
• Design exceptions and risk acceptance

 

Certifications (Strongly Preferred)

• CCIE (Enterprise or Security)
• IEC 62443 Lead Implementer / OT Security certifications