Director, Network Security Operations

Pfizer

Confirmed live yesterday High trust
Closes tomorrow Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Sanford, NCNew York City, NYCollegeville, PA
Salary
$176,600–$294,300 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 12, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $200k
This role $235k
$129k most similar roles pay here $312k

This role pays more than 74% of similar roles. Most pay $163,180–$236,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $235k versus about $200k for comparable roles.

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About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is one of the world''s largest biopharmaceutical companies, researching, developing, manufacturing, and marketing medicines and vaccines across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals

Pfizer currently has 27 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$176,600 across 27 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, Network Security Operations

Director, Network Security Operations joins the Global Cyber Defense team to lead day-to-day operations, monitoring, and continuous improvement of network security capabilities across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. This leader will manage a globally distributed team to ensure the resilience and performance of critical security controls while developing long-term roadmaps focused on Zero Trust principles. Key responsibilities include overseeing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, virtual private networks, and secure network access controls. The role involves managing incident response, risk mitigation, and compliance with frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS benchmarks. Candidates must possess expertise in enterprise technologies including SIEM, NAC, and VPN, alongside proficiency in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. This position addresses the challenge of securing a complex global infrastructure against emerging threats through proactive defense and operational excellence.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute the long-term network security vision and roadmap with a focus on Zero Trust principles.
  • Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding emerging threats, industry trends, and technology investments.
  • Manage the day-to-day delivery, monitoring, and continuous improvement of global network security operations.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing, globally distributed team of network security professionals.
  • Oversee the operation of core security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and secure access controls.
  • Direct the operational response to network security incidents, including investigation, containment, and service restoration.
  • Ensure all network security services comply with regulatory frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS benchmarks.
  • Manage third-party providers and managed security services to ensure performance and alignment with corporate requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in network security or cybersecurity roles.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing security teams or programs.
  • Expertise with enterprise security technologies including firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS, NAC, and VPN.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud platforms.
  • Experience with incident response, risk management, and regulatory compliance in large-scale or highly regulated environments.
  • Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and their practical application in a global enterprise environment.
  • Must have permanent work authorization to be employed in the United States.

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