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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Network Security Operations (Lead, Infrastructure Administration Engineer - **Company:** Prudential Financial, Inc. - **Location:** Newark, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $123,700.0 - $204,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Firewall, Client Server Models, Cisco PIX, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Network Security, Routing, Firewalls (Computer Science) - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/prudentialfinancial/lead-network-security-operations ## About the Role The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills and thrives in environments requiring quick decision-making and adaptability., * Demonstrated experience in Security Operations * Experience managing network and perimeter security environments Technical Expertise * Hands-on experience with: o Check Point and Cisco ASA firewalls o Proxy solutions o Web Application Firewalls (WAF) o Zscaler (preferred) * Strong understanding of: o Routing protocols o Client/server architectures o Network traffic flow (ingress/egress) Skills and Capabilities * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including use of metrics and data Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory) * CISSP * CCNP Security * Or equivalent certifications Leadership * Proven ability to lead, mentor, and grow technical teams * Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical groups * Experience providing strategic and operational guidance What Success Looks Like * Reduced incident response and resolution times * High uptime and stability of security infrastructure * Strong stakeholder trust and communication during incidents * Continuous improvement in team performance and operational effectiveness ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Lead, Network Security Operations (Lead, Infrastructure Administration Engineer) to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role is critical to ensuring rapid incident response, maintaining business continuity, and continuously improving security operations., * Oversee daily security operations, including incident and change management * Provide technical leadership to ensure rapid incident detection and resolution * Participate in and lead response efforts for Priority 1 and Priority 2 incidents * Ensure operational readiness for troubleshooting and change execution Manage & Develop a High-Performing Team * Lead a distributed team of U.S.-based and offshore engineers (FTEs and contractors) * Support career growth through coaching, mentoring, and skill development * Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture Drive Incident & Stakeholder Management * Act as the escalation point for critical security incidents * Communicate effectively with senior leadership and business stakeholders * Coordinate cross-functional response efforts to minimize business impact Collaborate Across Engineering Teams * Partner with Perimeter and Edge Engineering teams to align operations with design * Support rollout and operationalization of new security capabilities Oversee Change & Risk Management * Review and approve operational changes with appropriate risk assessments * Identify and escalate risks tied to changes or exceptions * Maintain accountability for production changes Own Infrastructure & Lifecycle Management * Manage lifecycle and health of: o Firewall platforms o Proxy technologies (including Zscaler) * Ensure systems are secure, updated, and optimized Continuously Improve Operations * Enhance processes, workflows, and operational standards * Drive measurable improvements in efficiency and security outcomes ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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