Security Network Architect - Paris - Sonepar

Description

About Sonepar

At the heart of Sonepar lies a deep-rooted belief anchored in family values. While we operate on a global scale, we remain a family‑owned business, cherishing the bond, commitment, and legacy that comes from shared lineage. We believe that the power of connection extends beyond business interactions – it's about creating a sustainable legacy for future generations and ensuring that our impact on the planet is both meaningful and positive.

Our purpose isn\'t merely to distribute electrical products but to create a world where businesses and communities are empowered through seamless access to vital resources. We envision a future where every business, regardless of its size or location, has equal opportunities to innovate, thrive, and make a positive impact.

Through our vast network spanning over 40 countries, we bring together industry expertise, cutting‑edge digital transformation, and a commitment to sustainability. Our digital journey isn\'t just about adopting new technologies; it\'s about setting new industry benchmarks and redefining customer experiences.

How will you shape our tomorrow

The Network Security Architect serves as one of the highest‑level subject matter expert for network security across the Sonepar Group. This role drives technical strategy, architecture direction, and advisory oversight for network protection, segmentation, secure connectivity, and cyber defense enablement. Operating as a trusted strategic advisor to all the Group's Operation Companies and architecture councils, the Network Security Architect ensures that the organization maintains a resilient, scalable, and threat‑aware network security posture aligned with business growth, digital transformation, and Zero Trust evolution. The Network Security Architect collaborates with other security teams to ensure that network security aligns with the overall security strategy and organizational goals.

The role blends deep hands‑on technical mastery with architectural influence, stakeholder leadership, and long‑horizon strategic planning.

Main responsibilities

• Serve as the Sonepar's guidance authority on network security strategy, direction, and best‑practice adoption.


• Shape and publish the multiyear network security roadmap aligned with enterprise architecture, cloud modernization, security engineering and business priorities.


• Act as strategic evaluator for new technologies, M&A integration, and modernization initiatives (SASE, SD‑WAN, ZTNA, micro‑segmentation, Secure Edge, Wi‑Fi).


• Provide strategic direction for core protective services such as firewalling, network segmentation, secure remote access, and cloud edge security.


• Lead design principles, reference architectures, and secure network patterns across datacenter, cloud, and hybrid environments.


• Define and document foundational security controls and ensure consistent implementation across global networks and third‑party interconnections.


• Oversee secure design reviews for business applications, OT connectivity, cloud migration programs, and vendor integrations.


• Drive the adoption of Zero Trust Network Architecture, identity‑centric access security, and software‑defined segmentation.


• Ensure that all network security measures are properly documented and configured to protect against unauthorized access, breaches, and other security threats.


• Establish structured reporting to OpCos covering roadmap progress, adherence to network‑security standards, identified compliance gaps, associated operational risks, and required decisions or escalations to maintain alignment across initiatives.


• Partner with SOC, Threat Intelligence, and Incident Response to evolve defensive controls based on attack techniques and kill‑chain models.


• Own and maintain enterprise network security policies, design standards, and minimum control baselines.


• Champion automation, observability, and AI‑driven decisioning to simplify operations and enhance protective coverage.


• Serve as technical mentor and capability‑builder for architects, engineers, SOC analysts, and operations teams.


• Publish guidance, reusable patterns, and secure‑deployment blueprints to scale knowledge across the organization.


• Stay updated on the latest network security trends, technologies, and threats, and apply this knowledge to enhance the organization's network security posture.

The experience you bring

Professional Background: 12–15+ years in network security architecture, engineering, or advisory leadership roles.

Leadership Experience: 2+ years of experience in proven influence at enterprise scale with high‑stake environments (multinational, regulated, complex connectivity).

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Networking or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) are highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Network:


• Enterprise network architecture (LAN/WAN, SD‑WAN, Layer 2/3 design)


• Data center networking (leaf‑spine, VXLAN, EVPN)


• Cloud/hybrid network integration patterns (AWS/Azure/GCP routing models)



• Zero Trust network access, identity‑centric access strategies


• Experience with enterprise‑grade firewalls, switches, and cloud networking


• Secure network reference architecture creation and governance


• Micro‑segmentation architecture (host‑based + network‑based)


• Security Frameworks:


• Knowledge of relevant security frameworks and standards.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Communication: Ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.


• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze security alerts and identify threats.


• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.


• Problem‑Solving: Basic skills to assist in resolving security incidents.


• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team.


• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new security challenges.


• Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying potential security issues.


• Ethical Judgment: Commitment to integrity and confidentiality.

Work Mode & Location

Hybrid: 3 days in Paris (8ème) after the probation period

Benefits that await you

The role – Your daily activities will be interesting, stimulating and varied… No two days are alike

The organisation – You'll be part of the Sonepar family and share the same values

The culture – You'll be working in an international environment.

The team – Our dynamic, multidisciplinary, open‑minded and talented team is eager to welcome additional skills to continue to meet the challenge.

75% reimbursement of your monthly or annual transport pass.

Swile Ticket restaurant card

Gym exclusively reserved for the company and made available to employees free of charge.

Sustainable mobility package

Health insurance & Welfare

Employee Savings Plan & Profit Sharing Bonus.

Recruitment Process

• 30 minutes call with a recruiter


• Interview with the Hiring Manager


• Interview with a Recruiter

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description. Don't hold back because you feel you don't tick every box. At Sonepar, we value your skills, your passion and if your career journey has had remarkable twists and turns, it only adds to your unique story. We ensure we create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued for their uniqueness. Regardless of physical abilities, office requirements, gender, sexual orientation, academic backgrounds or other diversity dimensions, every position at Sonepar is open to individuals who share our core values and engagements. We aim to ensure our job listings resonate with everyone and truly represent the diversity we embrace and we are proud to have the GEEIS Label (Gender Equality for European & International Standard) and to be partner of AGEFIPH (Association de Gestion du Fonds pour l'Insertion Professionnelle des Personnes Handicapées)

Are you interested in this challenge? Then join and build a better future with us

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