Manager I, Cybersecurity Engineering

Navy Federal Credit Union

. Plan, supervise and direct engineering functions within the Cybersecurity Technology Engineering team .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $133,000 - $208,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Network Security Engineering, including advanced knowledge of cybersecurity systems, risk assessment, and incident response. Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and communicate complex technical concepts effectively.

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Network Security EngineeringPalo Alto FirewallsCybersecurity Systems EngineeringIncident Response & MonitoringRisk Identification/Assessment

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Hard Skills

Network SecurityForensic MethodologiesSIEMDLPUEBAFirewall ManagementWeb ProxyThreat AssessmentPolicy DevelopmentTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

LeadershipAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Cisco ISEFirewallsIntrusion Prevention SystemsNetwork Access ControlsDatabase SoftwareWord Processing SoftwarePresentation SoftwareSpreadsheet Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCEHGIACSecurity+CCNPCCIEPCNSE

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityFinancial SectorSecurity Operations CenterData Security PracticesCompliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, supervise and direct engineering functions within the Cybersecurity Technology Engineering team
Collaborate with CTE managers and supervisors to define the team's strategic vision
Provide leadership, guidance and technical expertise to protect the credit union's brand, data and IT assets from cyber threats
Serve as subject matter expert for section functions, systems, policies and procedures
Oversee architecture, engineering and operational efforts for Network Security engineering solutions
Manage daily operations for firewalls, network access controls and intrusion prevention systems
Ensure efficient daily operations and standardized network security policy management
Act as an escalation source for on-call engineers
Assess current technology and identify key risk areas and required controls
Oversee vulnerability and threat assessments, mitigation and reporting
Identify and resolve operational and performance gaps; recommend and implement improvements
Develop technical guidelines, standards, policies, procedures and documentation
Support Incident Response & Monitoring in detecting, analyzing, containing and eradicating malicious activity
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and service level agreements
Research and synthesize data; present conclusions and recommendations to management
Allocate resources to maintain adequate staffing and member service standards
Escalate operational and budget issues or service impacts to management
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Network Security Engineer (10 years preferred)
Significant experience with Palo Alto and/or Checkpoint Firewalls
Experience with Cisco ISE
Significant progressively responsible experience in a large enterprise security operations center or information technology operations, preferably in a large financial institution
Expert knowledge of cyber/information security systems engineering lifecycle
Advanced knowledge of network and host-based forensic methodologies
Advanced knowledge of enterprise-grade security technologies and capabilities, including SIEM, DLP, UEBA, firewall and web proxy
Advanced knowledge of current threat landscape and adversary tactics, techniques and procedures
Advanced knowledge of information security programs, data security practices and procedures, including risk identification/assessment
Significant experience supervising, guiding and mentoring professional staff
Significant experience managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment
Significant experience working with staff, management, stakeholders, vendors and members
Advanced initiative, judgment, analytical, research, problem-solving, communication, presentation, planning, organizational and time-management skills
Advanced database, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software skills
Advanced skill communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Desired: financial-sector experience; layer-four to layer-seven firewall policy migration; GIAC, CEH, CISSP, Security+ or related certifications; CCNP, CISSP, CCIE or PCNSE certification; IT project leadership; process and procedure development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive pay
Generous benefits and perks
Meaningful career experience
Energized, engaged and committed culture
Equal Employment Opportunity
Medical accommodations and assistance during the application and hiring process