Associate Director - Enterprise Network Security

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking an Associate Director, Enterprise Network Security.

Summary:
We are partnering with a highly respected, mission-driven organization in New York/Hybrid seeking an Associate Director of Enterprise Network Security to join a growing infrastructure and security leadership team. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership opportunity within a large-scale enterprise environment supporting critical operations, enterprise modernization, and long-term infrastructure growth. The organization is known for its strong stability, investment in technology, collaborative culture, and exceptional employee benefits.

This team is actively investing in major enterprise infrastructure and security initiatives, including:
* Enterprise network security modernization
* Large-scale infrastructure refresh and upgrade programs
* Hybrid cloud and security expansion efforts
* High-availability and secure access initiatives
* Network segmentation and operational resiliency improvements
* Enterprise-wide security and infrastructure optimization projects

Duties:
* Develop and execute enterprise network security strategy and roadmap
* Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and security professionals
* Oversee implementation and maintenance of enterprise security technologies
* Drive incident response coordination, escalation management, and remediation efforts
* Lead infrastructure assessments, risk mitigation, and security hardening initiatives
* Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams on enterprise security initiatives
* Manage vendor relationships, hardware lifecycle planning, and budget allocation
* Promote a security-first operational culture across the organization

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree (4-year degree) required in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field
* 5+ years of leadership or people management experience
* Strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise network security environments, particularly Palo Alto technologies and centralized firewall management platforms
* Experience with F5 technologies, load balancing, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and/or Forescout is a strong plus
* Strong operational and incident management background within large enterprise environments
* Experience leading infrastructure upgrades, migrations, or modernization initiatives
* Ability to balance technical depth with leadership responsibilities
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

This role is best suited for someone who:
* Enjoys both leadership and hands-on engineering
* Has operated within large enterprise environments
* Can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational ownership
* Is calm under pressure during incidents and escalations
* Wants long-term growth within a highly stable organization

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
* Prestigious, highly stable organization with long-term growth
* Strong compensation package + discretionary bonus
* Large-scale enterprise environment with modern infrastructure initiatives
* High visibility role with strong leadership exposure
* Opportunity to help shape and improve enterprise security operations and infrastructure

Outstanding benefits including:
* 403(b) retirement plan with strong employer contribution
* Generous PTO package
* Tuition reimbursement/continuing education support
* Excellent medical coverage

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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