Network Security Engineer
Core
Define strategy, architecture, and lifecycle management for Ford's global network security platforms, advancing Zero Trust and SASE to ensure secure, resilient, and highly available network services.
Role type
Senior technical leader, Network Security Engineer
Builds
Enterprise network security architecture, Zero Trust access models, SASE platforms, and secure connectivity for enterprise, manufacturing, cloud, and partner environments.
Domain
Enterprise IT, Network Security, Cloud Security
Required skills
Network security architecture, Zero Trust, SASE, firewall management, network automation, incident response, technical leadership, risk assessment, change management
Preferred skills
Agentic AI automation, Full Stack Observability, Site Reliability Engineering, legacy architecture modernization, global 24x7 operations
Technologies
Palo Alto Networks, Prisma Access, Cisco ISE, SD-WAN, F5, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, Wireshark, TCPWave
Responsibilities
Define enterprise network security architecture and technology roadmap; Lead strategy for Zero Trust, SASE, and related technologies; Drive network security engineering and platform improvements; Advance network automation and Infrastructure as Code practices; Support major incidents and ensure 24x7 availability; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network security engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities