Manager, Network Security

ROLE SUMMARY

Our Global Cyber Defense team is responsible for safeguarding Pfizer’s digital assets and infrastructure through proactive threat detection, response, and risk mitigation across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

The Manager, Network Security is a part of a team of network security engineers and partners closely with Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Manufacturing, and Cyber GRC teams to embed security controls aligned to industry best practices, regulatory expectations, and corporate risk tolerance.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and maintain network security architecture across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, including segmentation, perimeter defense, and secure connectivity.

• Lead implementation and optimization of firewalls, IDS/IPS, secure web gateways, ZTNA, VPNs, and network access controls.

• Ensure network designs support regulated environments (e.g., GxP, validated systems) without impeding business operations.

• Oversee day‑to‑day network security operations, including monitoring, alert response, rule management, and incident support.

• Partner with SOC and incident response teams to investigate and remediate network‑based security events.

• Drive continuous improvements to detection, resilience, and availability of network security controls.

• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory expectations, including NIST CSF, NIST SP 800‑53, ISO 27001, and company policies.

• Support audits, inspections, and risk assessments by providing architectural artifacts, evidence, and control narratives.

• Partner with Cyber GRC teams to translate risk requirements into enforceable network controls.

• Lead and mentor network security engineers and managed service providers.

• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Manufacturing, and Application Security teams.

• Provide clear executive‑level communication on risk posture, initiatives, and investment needs.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or network security, with demonstrated responsibility for enterprise‑scale network environments.

• Experience 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.

• Demonstrated experience in an agile work environment possessing qualities such as a collaborative mindset, adaptability to change, and a proactive problem-solving approach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, or similarly regulated industries.

• Experience supporting manufacturing/OT (ICS) security and secure plant connectivity.

• Familiarity with NDR, packet capture, and network telemetry pipelines integrated with SIEM/SOAR.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent.

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate network security risks and design decisions to stakeholders.

Please apply by sending your CV in English.

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid


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