Global Network Security Team Lead (Firewall & Network Security Operations)
About The Position
Lead Honda’s global Firewall Management team, responsible for securing enterprise IT, manufacturing OT, connected products, and partner ecosystems. Coordinate the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of firewall services in alignment with cybersecurity standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. Collaborate with global technology teams to develop secure network architectures, manage firewall policies, monitor security threats, and maintain service availability. Provide technical leadership, coaching, and operational oversight while driving best practices, risk reduction, and continuous improvement across Honda’s global firewall environment. This is an onsite position. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval. The position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- At least 8 years of experience in network security or infrastructure operations.
- At least 2 years of experience leading technical teams.
- Expertise in firewall technologies, including Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Check Point.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VPN, SSL, IPSec, IDS/IPS, and network security principles.
- Experience in incident response, risk management, and security operations.
- Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving capabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and cloud security, such as Azure or AWS.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the global firewall management team through coaching, performance management, training, and workload prioritization.
- Define, implement, and enforce firewall standards, policies, and governance aligned with Honda cybersecurity requirements.
- Partner with infrastructure, cloud, application, and security teams to design and deploy secure network architectures.
- Oversee firewall operations, performance monitoring, maintenance, and optimization to ensure security, reliability, and availability.
- Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and resolution of firewall and network security issues.
- Manage escalations, vendor relationships, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives while meeting established service levels.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary, with pay based on factors including geographic location and work experience.
- Regional bonus, when applicable.
- Manager Lease Car Program, including car, maintenance, and insurance at no cost.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefit plans.
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown.
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) plan with company match and additional contribution.
- Relocation assistance, if eligible.
- Advancement opportunities and career mobility.
- Education reimbursement for continued learning.
- Training and development programs.
- Lifestyle account.
- Childcare reimbursement account.
- Elder care support.
- Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
- Wellbeing program.
- Community service and engagement programs.
- Product programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
