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Senior Network Security Engineer

BioSpace, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140

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BioSpace This role is an exciting opportunity to be a key player in securing the global network infrastructure of a high-growth organization that is transforming the biotech industry. We are seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions across enterprise and cloud environments. Responsibilities: Network Security Architecture & Operations: Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive network security framework, including firewalls, VPNs, network access control (NAC), and secure access solutions (CASB). Research, evaluate, and recommend cutting-edge security technologies including SIEM systems, threat intelligence platforms, and security monitoring tools to proactively mitigate risks. Define, implement, and enforce network security policies and standards, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of security HW & SW from industry-leading vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Infoblox, etc. Continuously monitor security logs, network activity, and performance metrics to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions. Incident Response & Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with internal security, IT, and operations teams to investigate and respond to security incidents, ensuring rapid mitigation with minimal operational impact. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and post-incident reviews to strengthen security posture and prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain incident response protocols, security playbooks, and operational procedures. Security Automation & Compliance: Implement and manage security automation frameworks. Work with compliance and audit teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements such as GxP, NIST, and ISO 27001. Participate in internal and external security audits, ensuring security configurations meet compliance standards. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Work cross-functionally with network engineering, security operations, and IT teams to integrate security best practices into infrastructure and application architectures. Provide mentorship and training to internal teams on security best practices, emerging threats, and risk mitigation strategies. Maintain and update technical documentation, including security architecture diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Global Support & On-Call Readiness: Participate in a defined on-call rotation to provide global security incident support and serve as a Level 3 escalation point. Support security lifecycle management initiatives, including threat modeling, penetration testing coordination, and vulnerability assessments. Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in network security architecture, implementation, and operations within large-scale enterprise environments. Deep expertise in firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPN, Secure Access (CASB), SIEM, DNS Security, and Network Access Control (NAC). Extensive technical knowledge of industry-leading security platforms such as Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Infoblox, and other. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and respond to emerging security threats effectively. A customer-first mindset with a commitment to protecting organizational assets and data integrity. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in GxP-regulated environments is a plus. Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or healthcare settings is preferred. Proven project management skills, with the ability to independently lead small to medium-sized security initiatives. Experience with security automation and scripting (Python, Ansible) to streamline security processes and enforce Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles. A passion for staying ahead of security threats, trends, and emerging technologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear documentation and executive-level reports. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNP Security, PCNSE, or equivalent network security credentials are a plus. At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey Family planning and adoption benefits Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown Savings and investment opportunities Location-specific perks and extras Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.

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