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BNY · 7 hours ago

Senior Director of Network Security - Strategy & Transformation

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$136K/yr - $350K/yr

10+ years exp

BNY is a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, influencing nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. They are seeking a Senior Director of Network Security - Strategy & Transformation to lead the strategic vision and execution of network security products and platforms across the enterprise.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic vision, transformation, and execution of all network security products and platforms across the enterprise, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), secure web gateways, network access control (NAC), zero trust architectures, cloud security platforms, and advanced threat intelligence solutions

Develop and articulate a multi-year network security strategy and annual objectives aligned with corporate and regulatory goals, driving modernization initiatives such as next-generation firewalls, SD-WAN, SASE, and micro-segmentation solutions

Develop and articulate a multi-year network security strategy and annual objectives aligned with corporate (and regulatory as appropriate) goals. Drive transformation initiatives to modernize network security platforms and processes, including the adoption and integration of next-generation firewalls, SD-WAN, SASE (Secure Access Service Edge), and micro segmentation solutions

Manage end-to-end executive reporting for network security performance, transformation milestones, and strategic updates to executive leaders and external stakeholders. Deliver ad-hoc analyses and insights on the deployment and effectiveness of technologies across network security & analytics platforms

Monitor operating-model performance through defined KPIs, driving continuous improvement in team structure, resource allocation, and delivery cadence for network security initiatives. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration across global, matrixed teams, with a focus on upskilling in cloud/network security, automation, and threat detection technologies

Oversee regular reporting on network security metrics, threat intelligence, and platform health to inform leadership decisions. Serve as product owner for integrated operational and strategy-execution dashboards, ensuring data integrity and transparency across technologies such as vulnerability management platforms, network monitoring tools, and cloud security posture management (CSPM) solutions

Conduct ongoing benchmarking against peer institutions and technology leaders in network security, identifying performance improvement opportunities and best practices in areas such as zero trust, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and network segmentation

Comfortable with owning P&L responsibility for the wider portfolio, ensuring financial targets are met and resources are allocated efficiently. Develop, manage, and optimize annual and multi-year budgets for network security initiatives, including technology investments, staffing, vendor contracts, and transformation programs. Partner with Finance and executive leadership to forecast, track, and report on spend, ROI, and cost-saving opportunities across all network security operations. Evaluate and negotiate vendor agreements, licensing, and service contracts to maximize value and minimize risk. Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and regulatory requirements in all budgetary and procurement activities

Lead delivery of the multi-year strategy and roadmap for network security tooling, processes, training, and engagement. Deploy next-generation security tools and platforms, including cloud-native security solutions, automated threat response, and secure remote access technologies, in partnership with engineering and infrastructure experts. Design and deliver training programs that support the network security transformation roadmap, emphasizing hands-on experience with technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and cloud security platforms

Drive adoption and foster collaboration through coaching, communities of practice, training days, office hours, and digital learning platforms focused on network security technologies and best practices. Lead change-management activities, including communication plans, readiness assessments, and risk mitigation for network security transformation. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Monitor key performance indicators across tooling effectiveness, process efficiency, adoption rates, and delivery outcomes for network security platforms, including metrics from SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability management systems. Implement dashboards and reporting cadences for stakeholders and executive committees to secure sponsorship and drive cross-enterprise alignment

Manage executive reporting and communication on network security performance, transformation milestones, and strategic updates to leadership and external stakeholders

Oversee workforce and operating model strategy, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration across global teams, with a focus on upskilling in cloud/network security, automation, and threat detection technologies

Qualification

Network Security StrategyCloud Security PlatformsSecurity Frameworks ImplementationExecutive CommunicationTransformation LeadershipFinancial OversightStakeholder ManagementStrategic PlanningChange ManagementTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

10+ years in engineering, operations, product management, or analytics roles, including strategic leadership and hands-on delivery

Hands-on mastery of security platforms and technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, SOAR, NAC, SASE, cloud security, and network monitoring tools

Proven track record implementing security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, CIS), DevSecOps toolchains, and organizational change initiatives

Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience in strategic planning, executive reporting, and transformation leadership