Head of Information Security (Network Security)

Job Summary

Job Summary (List Format) :

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive information security frameworks with a focus on securing mega sports events and non-event operations.
• Direct strategy architecture and operations for secure network infrastructure across on-premises hybrid and cloud environments.
• Design and enforce secure network architecture covering core distribution access and data center layers.
• Oversee deployment and validation of advanced security technologies (e.g. NGFW IPS DDoS protection ZTNA WAF Proxy).
• Evaluate and recommend improvements through emerging technologies such as SASE and micro-segmentation.
• Manage firewall operations including rule reviews and change control processes.
• Ensure effective monitoring and incident response to network-based threats.
• Collaborate with SOC IT infrastructure and application teams to maintain a layered defense approach.
• Provide domain expertise on key security platforms (Cisco Palo Alto Fortinet F5 Email Gateways).
• Develop and lead enterprise network security strategies in line with business objectives and regulatory standards (NIST ISO 27001 NCSA).
• Lead initiatives for network segmentation firewall policy zero-trust architecture and secure access.
• Own and manage security controls for LAN / WAN VPN cloud connectivity SD-WAN and remote access.
• Oversee preparation evaluation of RFPs technical proposals and management of the IT security budget.
• Lead mentor and build the capability of a team of network security engineers and analysts.
• Manage vendors and MSSPs involved in perimeter and network security.
• Represent network security in audits risk reviews and executive-level committees.
• Requires 15 years experience in network / security roles including 5 7 years in leadership.
• Bachelors or masters degree in Information Security Computer Science or related field.
• Must have relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP PCNSE NSE Cloud Security certifications).
• Strong skills in strategic security architecture leadership cross-functional collaboration incident response and risk-based decision-making.

Employment Type : Full-time

Vacancy : 1

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