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Position Summary:
The Network Security Team Manager manages overlapping implementation of Network Security projects for GFS Cloud and Traditional networks with the assistance of a Scrum Master. Coordinates roll-out plans with GFS sites through North America. Ensures communication of changes are sent out in advance. Prioritizes ongoing network security across Cloud and Equinix interconnect sites. This may include evaluation, identification, purchase, and implementation of additional network security tooling.
What you will do:
- Partner with business function leaders to understand and align with business outcomes.
- Understand existing, new & emerging technologies, and utilize this knowledge to partner with other IT leaders and third parties to deliver business value through achieving business outcomes.
- Facilitate the identification and selection of technology solutions and management of these technology partners.
- Lead team to implement current digital technology solutions that enable transformational change to achieve business outcomes.
- Assist business partners and business transformation teams in the identification, prioritization, and documentation of systems improvements that achieve business outcomes & deliver business value.
- Ensure that systems meet service level agreements & internal controls, and adhere to Information Security policies & standards.
- Deliver strategic projects while adhering to appropriate delivery management disciplines, development methodologies, and architectural standards.
- Ensure that the portfolio of systems within their domain remain technically viable.
- Work with other IT Leadership to determine priorities and resolve resource constraints.
- Maintain awareness of competitive threats and architectural opportunities, and prepare application/platform roadmaps that address these trends and issues, balancing trade-offs between usability, security, and performance needs.
- Grow and develop high performing teams using appropriate staffing sourcing and talent development.
- Evaluate risks (solution, business, technology, staffing), and develop plans and actions to mitigate those risks.
- Manage technology cost/benefit & ROI, particularly in their area (includes managing licensing, benefit realization, & TCO).
- Facilitate and improve Information Technology processes.
- May participate in on-call rotation for escalation purposes.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
When you will work:
- Core working hours: 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday
- Cross time zone coverage: Overlap with Central (CT) and Pacific (PT) team members, requiring scheduling availability across standard ET hours.
- On-call rotation schedule: 1 week on, 3 weeks off . Available 24/7 during your rotation week to coordinate staff and communicate with leadership during emergencies or network outages.
What you bring to the table:
- Eight years previous information technology experience with two years previous supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field required
- Ability to foster and develop partnering relationships with business function leaders and other teams.
- Strong collaboration & influencing skills.
- Ability to identify, grow and develop team members.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be organized and have strong planning skills and problem-solving capabilities.
- Must have the ability to balance multiple priorities and be able to work both independently and within a team environment.
- In-depth, working knowledge of enterprise-level network architectures and operations.
- Hands-on working knowledge of implementing Zero Trust Networking principles and micro-segmentation models.
- Formal cybersecurity training, certifications, or direct security experience preferred.
- Strong practical knowledge of Palo Alto Networks security products and solutions preferred.
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
Skills Required
- Eight years of previous information technology experience, including two years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
- Ability to foster and develop partnering relationships with business function leaders and other teams.
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills.
- Ability to identify, grow, and develop team members.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organization, planning, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and work independently and within a team environment.
- In-depth working knowledge of enterprise-level network architectures and operations.
- Hands-on working knowledge of Zero Trust Networking principles and micro-segmentation models.
- Formal cybersecurity training, certifications, or direct security experience.
- Strong practical knowledge of Palo Alto Networks security products and solutions.
What We Do
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate. We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada. Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee. Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities. Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
