Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer

Pfizer • Rocky Mount, NC

2d • $99,200 - $165,400 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer leads the secure, stable, and compliant operation of Digital and Automation infrastructure in a manufacturing environment. The role owns execution of cybersecurity, network, and infrastructure activities in accordance with established standards and governance to protect critical digital assets and support reliable plant operations.

The position carries out day-to-day operations, lifecycle, and support activities across cybersecurity and network domains, with responsibility for the reliability and performance of secure, resilient Digital and Automation systems. It works with cross-functional partners on secure infrastructure operations, incident response, and site-level continuous improvement. The description also characterizes the role as a site subject matter expert who provides guidance and works independently within defined scope, escalating complex or cross-site topics.

Requirements

• Meet one of the stated education and experience combinations: bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience; master's degree and at least 2 years; PhD and 0 or more years; associate's degree and 8 years; or high school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent people management abilities.
• Proficiency with computers and applications such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects within timelines and budgets.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Practical experience supporting cybersecurity controls, networked systems, or infrastructure in validated or compliance-driven environments, such as pharma, biotech, or regulated manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including assessing impact, troubleshooting effectively, and escalating appropriately.
• Familiarity with infrastructure lifecycle activities such as patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and end-of-life under defined governance processes.
• Ability to support incidents and recovery activities in a structured manner, maintaining clear communication and composure under time pressure.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; permanent U.S. work authorization is required. U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to plant network environments and manufacturing automation systems (OT networking).
• Master’s degree with relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• Experience across domains such as IT systems, electrical engineering, robotics, and automated systems within a Clinical or Regulatory environment.
• Cross-functional leadership competencies, including diligence, strategy development, conflict resolution, analysis, communication, and business or organizational awareness.
• Strong project planning skills.
• Strong collaboration skills with process automation teams, engineering, and global IT teams.
• Experience developing and maintaining project budgets and providing updates for financial reporting cycles.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and productivity, with curiosity about their application and understanding of responsible AI practices, risk management, and ethical use.

Responsibilities

• Lead application of cybersecurity regulations and standards, drive adherence across assigned systems, and identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity and infrastructure risks within scope, escalating when needed.
• Drive implementation and effectiveness of approved control strategies and tools for secure and compliant Digital and Automation environments.
• Own OT and IT infrastructure and architecture execution, including monitoring, incident handling, issue resolution, user management, and audit trail reviews for assigned systems and network components.
• Support infrastructure and cybersecurity change management, including impact assessments, documentation updates, and stakeholder coordination.
• Deliver software and hardware lifecycle management, including patching, upgrades, and end-of-life tasks, under approved plans and change management processes.
• Direct incident, crisis, and business continuity response within scope, ensuring secure and timely return to service to agreed SLAs while maintaining data integrity and validated state control.
• Execute assigned Pfizer Network Standards remediation activities in accordance with approved remediation plans, change management processes, and site and governance standards.
• Govern Pfizer Network Standards operations within scope, ensuring stability, compliance, and timely resolution of deviations.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Eligibility to participate in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 12.5% of base salary.
• Eligibility to participate in a share-based long-term incentive program.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed