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Manager, Network Security

Manager, Network Security

Unity Search GroupIrving, TX, US
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Unique Attributes :

  • Fast paced and innovative culture
  • Established company with almost 100 years of success
  • Company is committed to technology innovation and investment
  • Lead enterprise-wide network security initiatives for one of the largest convenience retailers in the world

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Use your expertise in advanced security concepts to shape company-wide cybersecurity strategy and contribute to key technology and business objectives.
  • Lead design, deployment, and oversight of core security functions including firewalls, web proxy servers, intrusion prevention systems, VPN connectivity (site-to-site and remote), NAC, multi-factor authentication, PKI, DNS security, and URL filtering.
  • Define policies and drive execution of network security standards across enterprise, cloud, and retail environments.
  • Oversee threat research, vulnerability remediation, and the development of compensating controls to reduce risk exposure across critical systems.
  • Lead the development, prioritization, and delivery of team objectives, aligning security initiatives with business needs while acting as the point of contact for senior leadership and cross-functional partnerships.
  • Provide hands-on guidance for complex issues, and act as the escalation point for network security incidents and architectural decisions.
  • Manage hiring, team development, and succession planning; create professional development paths and ensure continued growth through strategic training and budget planning.
  • Partner across security, engineering, and business teams to review architecture, assess third-party risk, and test security solutions prior to implementation.
  • Continuously monitor, evaluate, and report on the performance and effectiveness of security controls, providing actionable metrics and updates to leadership.
  • Stay engaged with the vendor community to evaluate emerging technologies and ensure the organization is leveraging best-in-class solutions to secure data at rest, in transit, and across hybrid environments.

    • Qualifications / Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s or MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in network security, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong background in enterprise security solutions including PKI, NAC, web filtering, VPN, and threat intelligence.
  • Demonstrated success leading technical teams and cross-functional security programs.
  • Preferred certifications : CISSP, CCSP, and / or network-focused certifications such as PCNSE, CCNP Security, or JNCIP-SEC.

    • Compensation :

    Candidate can expect a salary range in the 140K to 155K range plus a discretionary yearly bonus.

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