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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Security Engineering Manager - **Company:** SWIFT - **Location:** Rotterdam, Netherlands (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, DevOps, IT Management, Network Security, PCI Data Security Standards, Scrum Methodology, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cisco - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.nationalevacaturebank.nl/vacature/f22d54b7-e63b-4c36-bda5-5fe6f41024f2/network-security-engineering-manager ## About the Role + The Experience: 6+ years of experience across network engineering, network security, cybersecurity, or related infrastructure security disciplines, with a demonstrated track record of leading people and complex technical initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration, and influencing technical direction. + Modern Tech Vision: A deep understanding of Next-Gen Firewalls, SIEM platforms, and modern identity systems. + SASE/SSE Expertise: Proven experience in the architectural oversight, deployment, or management of SASE/SSE frameworks to secure networks and remote users. + Defense-in-Depth Mindset: Practical experience with vulnerability management, network hardening, and proven methodologies for minimizing digital footprint exposure. + Leadership Mindset: Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives, influence stakeholders, drive strategic outcomes, and build high-performing teams through mentorship, collaboration, and technical leadership. + Exceptional Communication: The ability to explain complex security threats and risk mitigation strategies cleanly to non-technical business leaders. + Education: Bachelor's degree in cyber security, Computer Science, IT Management, or equivalent practical industry leadership experience. Bonus Points (Preferred Certifications) + Security Management: Certified Information Security Manager ( CISM ) or CISSP + Methodology: Project Management Professional ( PMP ) or Agile/Scrum certifications + Technical Excellence: Advanced vendor or cloud security certifications (e.g., Palo Alto PCNSC , Cisco CCIE Security , AWS Certified Security, or specialized SASE/SSE vendor certs) ## Description As the , you will bridge the gap between security strategy and execution. You will lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of network security engineers while aligning security capabilities with business objectives. You will oversee strategic vendor partnerships, manage budgets, and drive the evolution of modern network security capabilities, including Zero Trust, SASE/SSE, and attack surface reduction initiatives. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities) + Empower and Lead: Build, mentor, and inspire a world-class team of network security engineers. Foster a culture of continuous learning, growth, and psychological safety. + Attack Surface Management: Proactively identify, analyze, and eliminate potential entry points for attackers. Drive initiatives to keep our corporate, cloud, and edge attack surfaces as minimal and hardened as possible. + Shape the Future: Define the technical roadmap for our network security capabilities, driving our transition toward modern architectures. + Drive SASE/SSE Innovation: Lead the strategy and deployment of SASE/SSE frameworks (including SD-WAN, SWG, CASB, and ZTNA) to seamlessly secure our global, remote workforce while reducing infrastructure exposure. + Secure & Comply: Partner with internal and external audit teams to ensure network compliance with frameworks like ISO 27001 or PCI-DSS. + Manage Resources: Evaluate and manage cutting-edge tool vendors, ensuring our team has the best-in-class resources while optimizing the security budget. + Collaborate and Champion: Act as a key bridge between technical teams (DevOps, Infrastructure) and executive stakeholders, translating complex risks into business insights. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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