Overview
On Site
$160,000 - $180,000 annually
Full Time
Skills
Management
Mentorship
Training
Network
Security Controls
Network Security
Firewall
Intrusion Detection
Virtual Private Network
Access Control
Regulatory Compliance
Incident Management
Risk Assessment
Network Design
Collaboration
Leadership
Cisco
Palo Alto
F5
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is working with a client in search of an Associate Director for Network Security to join their team in Manhattan, NY. This position is full time, direct hire and hybrid 3-days a week onsite. To qualify for this position, you must have experience with Palo Alto, F5 and leadership.
Summary:
As the Associate Director for Network Security, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and maintenance of network security infrastructure. Your primary goal will be to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company's network resources, data, and systems. You will lead a team of network security professionals, collaborate with IT teams, and interface with stakeholders across various departments to identify security risks, develop strategies, and implement solutions to protect from cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute a comprehensive network security strategy aligned with overall security objectives and risk tolerance; Identify potential vulnerabilities and create plans to mitigate them
* Manage and mentor a team of network security specialists; Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure the team's effectiveness in handling security incidents, monitoring network traffic, and implementing security controls
* Design and implement robust network security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and secure access controls; Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
* Establish and maintain incident response procedures to promptly detect, assess, and respond to security incidents; Lead investigations, coordinate with relevant teams, and implement remediation measures when necessary
* Conduct regular risk assessments of the network infrastructure and identify potential security weaknesses; Collaborate with other security and IT teams to prioritize and address the identified risks
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
* 5 years of leadership experience
* Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto and F5 Inc
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.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce is working with a client in search of an Associate Director for Network Security to join their team in Manhattan, NY. This position is full time, direct hire and hybrid 3-days a week onsite. To qualify for this position, you must have experience with Palo Alto, F5 and leadership.
Summary:
As the Associate Director for Network Security, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and maintenance of network security infrastructure. Your primary goal will be to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company's network resources, data, and systems. You will lead a team of network security professionals, collaborate with IT teams, and interface with stakeholders across various departments to identify security risks, develop strategies, and implement solutions to protect from cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute a comprehensive network security strategy aligned with overall security objectives and risk tolerance; Identify potential vulnerabilities and create plans to mitigate them
* Manage and mentor a team of network security specialists; Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure the team's effectiveness in handling security incidents, monitoring network traffic, and implementing security controls
* Design and implement robust network security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and secure access controls; Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
* Establish and maintain incident response procedures to promptly detect, assess, and respond to security incidents; Lead investigations, coordinate with relevant teams, and implement remediation measures when necessary
* Conduct regular risk assessments of the network infrastructure and identify potential security weaknesses; Collaborate with other security and IT teams to prioritize and address the identified risks
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
* 5 years of leadership experience
* Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto and F5 Inc
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.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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