Pfizer · 1 week ago
Sr. Director, Cyber Defense
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$254K/yr - $403K/yr
12+ years expPfizer is a global leader in healthcare, and they are seeking a Sr. Director for their Cyber Defense team. This role involves overseeing enterprise-wide cybersecurity operations, including incident response, threat intelligence, and cloud security, while providing strategic direction and leadership.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and execute a comprehensive strategy for the Cyber Security Posture Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, and Cyber Defense programs aligned with Pfizer’s cybersecurity vision and business priorities
Develop and manage budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective allocation of resources. Monitor expenditures, forecast future budget needs and identify opportunities for cost optimization
Serve as a key advisor to the CISO and senior leadership on threat trends, operational readiness, and incident response posture
Lead the transformation of legacy cybersecurity systems and drive the implementation of modern security practices across the organization
Oversee the global cyber defense program, inclusive of the 24x7 SOC, ensuring proactive threat detection, effective monitoring, alert triage, and coordinated incident response
Direct the strategy and execution of Pfizer’s cloud security program, ensuring robust controls across identity and access management, encryption, monitoring, and compliance
Lead a proactive vulnerability management program, including scanning, prioritization, remediation, and executive reporting
Partner with IT and business units to ensure timely resolution of critical vulnerabilities and alignment with enterprise risk tolerance
Drive the strategy and implementation of network security controls, including segmentation, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, and secure remote access
Ensure continuous monitoring and protection of Pfizer’s global network infrastructure against emerging threats
Lead and mentor high-performing teams across Cyber Posture Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, and Cyber Defense
Qualification
Required
12 - 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 8 years in leadership roles overseeing enterprise-wide cyber operations
Proven expertise in multiple cybersecurity domains, including vulnerability management, threat intelligence, SOC operations, incident response, insider risk network security, and cloud security
Strong understanding of security architecture and technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAF, DDoS mitigation, SIEM, SOAR, and cloud-native security tools
Professional certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (e.g., GCIA, GCIH), CISM, or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to translate technical risk into business-aligned strategies and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders
Deep familiarity with threat modeling frameworks and adversary simulation methodologies (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, red/purple teaming)
Preferred
Extensive understanding of the Crowdstrike suite, including its capabilities for SIEM, EDR and threat intelligence
Experience with Wiz for cloud security management, including configuration, monitoring, and reporting
Experience with Zscaler for secure network access, including implementation, configuration, and performance optimization
Experience leading modernization initiatives and transforming legacy cybersecurity systems
Demonstrated experience negotiating multi-million dollar contracts with vendors and strategic partners
Experience working abroad and leading global cybersecurity initiatives across multiple regions
Benefits
Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Company
Pfizer
Pfizer is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines and vaccines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$38BKey Investors
Starboard Value
2025-11-21Post Ipo Debt· $6B
2024-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2023-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $31B
Leadership Team
Albert Bourla
Chief Executive Officer
Ian Read
Chief Executive Officer
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