Manager, WAN-DMZ Engineering

Role Summary
The Enterprise Platforms and Security (EPandS) team supports Pfizer’s technology infrastructure services, ensuring highly available and secure communications throughout the corporation and with external partner organizations. EPandS secures Pfizer''s most important information assets through world class protections that enable rather than limit critical business operations. As part of the Pfizer Digital organization, the EPandS team is a key enabler in Pfizer’s ongoing digital transformation.
Candidate will be required to provide network subject matter expertise (SME) for WAN, DMZ and Cloud Technologies.
Role Responsibilities
WAN-DMZ Engineering Project Delivery:
Gather requirements, engineer solutions, and deploy solutions to meet the needs of our business clientsPerform coding and scripting tasks to support the network environmentEnsure that solutions and services are properly documented and supportable by the Pfizer Network Operations teamsSupport business case development, secure resources, and project funding to ensure adherence throughout the network Service Life CycleAssist in the development of network and supporting access architecture/engineering standards and framework to couple with other internal technology standardsDesign and implement WAN-DMZ and supporting network access solutions for Pfizer’s global network enhancementsSupport with financial management of annual maintenance and licensing contractsBi-weekly reporting on Project, Incident, Problem Management, and BAU Service Requests via JIRA/Agile Operating Model
WAN-DMZ Engineering Technical:
Management of WAN-DMZ assets, both physical and virtualLifecycle management of deployed infrastructureFunction as an escalation point for solutioning and troubleshooting complex incidentsSupport the evaluation and definition of Wan, DMZ and Cloud design standards, including detailed technical design documents and maintaining physical and logical diagramsSupport collaboration efforts in the research, development, and deployment efforts of new WAN/cloud services, technologies and featuresSupport network related infrastructure changes from requirements to implementation, including detailed design, analysis, testing and optimizationDevelop efficient and resilient network designs to ensure availability to core data centers and cloud servicesCollaborate with cross-organizational teams, FW engineering, Network Operations, Global Information Security, DDI engineering to develop global standardsInstall and configure network hardware and software in accordance with design standards and change management proceduresIdentify inaccurate support documentation and assist with associated updatesIdentify continual service improvement opportunities and assist with implementing associated changesRemain current on new network technologies, products, and services – including micro-segmentation deployment, profiling and adaptive policy zero-trust network accessProvide input to the development of the long-term strategy for WAN-DMZ services globallyIdentify potential opportunities to automate Network Operational processes, including elimination toil and riskAssist in the development of an automation framework to couple with other internal technology standards, including tool discovery, selection, and implementationAssist in design and implementation of automation solutions for Pfizer’s global network enhancementsAssist, in an SME role, in the creation and on-going maintenance of a development operations and automation teamsSupport the development of complex automation solutions to work with existing and new network technologies such as switches, routers, and firewallsMaintain design and support documentationIdentify potential opportunities to automate Network Operational processes, including elimination of toil and riskIntegrate network function (e.g. DNS and DHCP) provisioning into software engineering pipelines, including Native Cloud platforms and servicesUse and customize industry-leading Network Performance Monitoring, Planning, and Configuration Management capabilitiesProgrammatically analyze network incidents and develop automated solutions for close loop remediation
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, major in a technical field such as Information Technology or Computer Science/Engineering4+ years of experience in a Technology roleDesign, manage, and troubleshoot complex large-scale networksAssociate level Industry certifications (CCNA, DEVASC, CCSA, or equivalent expertise)A strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skillsProcess oriented with great documentation skillsStrong analytical and quantitative problem-solving and troubleshooting abilitySelf-starter with the ability to independently prioritize and complete multiple tasks with little to no supervision
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree major in a technical field such as Information Technology or Computer Science/EngineeringStrong knowledge of Network technologies especially routing and switchingStrong coding and scripting Experience (Terraform, Python, Perl, etc)Professional level Industry certifications (CCNP, CCSE, CISSP, or equivalent expertise)Experience with design/implementation/troubleshooting Cisco/Meraki/Aruba network technologies, Cisco Viptela SDWAN.Experience with Cloud services and technologies AWS, Azure, GCP, Aviatrix
Please apply by sending your CV in English.
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients'' lives ... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer iscommitted to celebratingthis,in all itsforms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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