Global Director, Process Management
GSK
Google Cloud Platform
Senior Director, Cyber Defense
Pfizer
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $242,000 - $403,400 per year
Job Level
Senior
Tech Stack
Cyber Security
About the role
- Define and execute the enterprise-wide strategy for cyber defense
- Develop and manage the Cyber Defense budget
- Serve as a key advisor to the CISO and senior leadership on threat trends
- Lead the transformation of legacy cybersecurity systems
- Oversee the 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC)
- Lead the global incident response program
- Enhance detection capabilities through automation
- Manage penetration testing and red teaming activities
- Direct the threat intelligence program
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, or related fields
- At least 8 years of direct leadership experience managing enterprise-wide security operations, incident response, and threat management functions
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC (required)
- Additional certifications in incident response or forensics (e.g., GCIH, GCFA) strongly preferred
- Strong background in security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence
- Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and best practices for incident response and threat management
- Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
- Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
- Paid vacation
- Holiday and personal days
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
- Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
cyber defense strategycybersecurity systems transformationsecurity operations managementincident responsethreat managementpenetration testingred teamingthreat intelligenceautomation in detectioncybersecurity frameworks
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationpresentation
Certifications
CISSPCISMGIACGCIHGCFA
