senior manager, network security 4959941
8 Ιουλ 2026 · Pfizer Hellas
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The Senior Manager, Network Security is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of network security capabilities, while partnering closely with SOC, Threat Intelligence, Identity Security & Access Management, Cloud Services, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing/OT teams. Reporting into Cyber Defense, this role ensures that on-premises, cloud, and hybrid network environments are securely architected, effectively monitored, and protected against evolving threats.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the network security capability, including strategy, roadmap, and oversight of controls protecting enterprise network infrastructure and connectivity.
Design and maintain network security architectures, standards, and guardrails across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Oversee the implementation, configuration, and lifecycle management of network security technologies such as firewalls, network segmentation, remote access, and secure connectivity solutions.
Partner with Infrastructure, Cloud Services, and Digital teams to integrate network security into platform design, modernization, and transformation initiatives.
Collaborate with Security Operations and Incident Response teams to support detection, investigation, and response to network‑based security events.
Establish and mature network segmentation for sensitive environments (R&D, labs, executive networks, data centers, cloud landing zones), including third‑party and partner access.
Ensure network security controls align with enterprise risk management, regulatory expectations, and internal security policies and standards.
Establish metrics and reporting to demonstrate network security posture, control effectiveness, and continuous improvement to Cyber Defense leadership.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
6+ years of experience in cybersecurity or network security, with demonstrated responsibility for enterprise‑scale network environments.
Proven expertise designing and operating enterprise network security controls (firewalls, segmentation, IDS/IPS, proxies/SWG, VPN/ZTNA).
Experience operating security controls in large, complex, and regulated enterprise environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver outcomes at scale.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, or similarly regulated industries.
Experience supporting manufacturing/OT (ICS) security and secure plant connectivity.
Cloud networking and security experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), including transit, peering, private connectivity, and cloud-native controls.
Familiarity with NDR, packet capture, and network telemetry pipelines integrated with SIEM/SOAR.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate network security risks and design decisions to senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in an agile work environment possessing qualities such as a collaborative mindset, adaptability to change, and a proactive problem-solving approach.




