Ernst & Young

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We are seeking a motivated self-driven Senior Network Security Leader to oversee our global IT network operations, engineering, and service management teams. This role requires a deep understanding of network security frameworks and a strong ability to navigate cybersecurity challenges. 

The opportunity

The ideal candidate must be initiative-taking, work independently, demonstrate thought leadership, and have an excellent history in managing a medium to large network security function in a global environment.

Your key responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all activities related to network security infrastructure, engineering, operations, and service management.
• Design and implement network security strategies to optimize system performance and guard against cyber threats.
• Develops and communicates the network security vision, roadmap and drives the technology backlog by collaborating with cross function IT teams and Service Lines. 
• Collaborates closely with stakeholders to align network security measures with business goals, ensuring that network solutions enhance operational efficiency and maintain risk appetite.
• Utilize data-driven insights to drive efficiency and innovation throughout our security network infrastructure.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team to proactively identify and efficiently resolve network-related issues.
• Stay current with the latest network security trends and emerging technologies to ensure the organization's security readiness and competitive advantage.
• Fosters diversity and inclusion to enable our NextWave ambition, which span all dimensions of long-term value: client, people, social and financial. 
• Collaborates with the Information Security Leadership team, Cyber Defense, Compliance, Internal Investigations, Security Consulting, Enterprise Technology, Client Technology, Legal, Risk Management, and Services Lines in the delivery and enablement of security capabilities.
• Directs product management and delivery activities aligned to EY’s technical standards and information security directives, drives best practices to enforce policies, oversees end-to-end management of technology capabilities to protect EY’s most sensitive data and information systems. 
• Directs the identification and analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to monitor appropriate performance by the team and services and proactively seeks opportunities for continuous improvement in operational readiness.
• Manages direct reports and staff aligned to the global network security portfolio.

Skills and attributes for success

• Maintain a broad knowledge of EY regional and global end user communities and IT operating environment to recognize where services are impacted when introducing new enhancements and additions.
• Written and oral communication skills to effectively present technical information, communicate technical issues, deliver solution capabilities, and manage sensitive customer escalations with all levels of the organization. 
• Interpersonal and collaborative skills to engage senior executives in cross business discussions within a matrixed, geographically dispersed organization and to build a solid network of peers and others of influence.
• Able to builds strong working relationships across all levels of a matrixed, geographically, and culturally dispersed organization using advanced oral and written communication skills and to adapt communication style to the style of others to develop rapport and to remain calm under pressure. 
• Manage team and projects by delegating work effectively and using appropriate resources. Utilize the right mix of people, time and project management disciplines across a diverse culture and multiple time zones. Resolve team conflicts with a proven ability to implement and communicate complex decisions as well as provide individual, team and peer mentoring as appropriate.
• Substantial understanding of network architecture, security protocols and operations including design and automation of IT processes.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, including proven abilities to inspire, motivate, and mentor team members.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent critical thinking skills, with the ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
• An understanding of current IT trends and an ability to pragmatically incorporate applicable advancements into network security initiatives.

To qualify for the role you must have 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field. 
• Master's degree or equivalent certification in a relevant field would be an advantage.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in network security management, with at least five years in a leadership role.
• Proven history of managing large-scale network engineering, operations and delivering secure network infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• CISSP, GSEC or CISM certifications.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Make data-driven decisions, incorporating current security metrics, priorities, threat intelligence, and organizational risk appetite.
• Have advanced analytical acumen and solution orientation to influence or lead discussions in the specific implications of complex changes to network security services that may impact the stability and protection to the global infrastructure.
• Possess critical thinking skills and the ability to quickly identify and understand where there are gaps or issues with service quality and to direct or propose changes to minimize reputational or operational risk as well as financial exposure.
• Be able to proposes actions that are strategic in nature and that look beyond ‘stop gap’ measures to lead or direct improvements in services operational delivery in a manner that is effective and balance security risk.
• Be able to navigate relationships across all levels of a matrixed, geographically, and culturally dispersed organization using advanced oral and written communication skills and to adapt communication style to the style of others to develop rapport and to remain calm under pressure. 
• Make recommendations and influence decisions on product delivery prioritization for the network security portfolio to executive management stakeholders.
• Make decisions regarding the operational readiness of new services prior to deployment and determine the impact of new services on current operational models and operational budgets.

What we look for

The successful candidate will have the proficiency, with minimal oversight from the Global Lead for Security Technology Services, to manage direct reports and other team members effectively, select and recruit exceptional talent, align responsibilities and objectives to capabilities, and mentor to achieve success. This role also entails managing and controlling operational budgets which include salaries, procured services, training, software licensing, travel, etc.

Team members may be based remotely or in a work-from-home environment. This will necessitate distance management skills spanning various locations, cultures, and time zones. The incumbent will leverage all aspects of Emotional Intelligence to navigate the intricacies of the business landscape and foster leadership performance in oneself and others.

Facilitating team meetings, townhalls, and occasionally participating in Information Security all hands meetings.

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team. 

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