Network and Security Manager

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different in what we do, how we work, and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

About Role

The Network and Security Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of network infrastructure and security operations, including strategic planning, implementation, and maintenance. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage and develop a team of network and security engineers while ensuring best practices in network architecture, cybersecurity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of network and security engineers
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and support professional development
• Recruit, onboard, and train new team members
• Establish team goals, priorities, and work assignments
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Network Management

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure
• Manage LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless networks, and cloud connectivity
• Ensure network performance, reliability, and scalability
• Lead network capacity planning and optimization initiatives
• Manage relationships with network service providers and vendors

Security Operations

• Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and policies
• Oversee security infrastructure including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, etc.)

Compliance & Governance

• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation
• Conduct security awareness training programs
• Manage security audits and assessments

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in network and security management
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership/management role supervising technical teams
• Proven track record of managing complex network and security projects
• Experience with enterprise-level network and security architecture

Technical Skills

Firewall & Network Security (Required)

• Hands-on experience managing and implementing CheckPoint and/or Palo Alto Networks firewalls
• Expertise in firewall policy management, rule optimization, and security best practices
• Experience with next-generation firewall features (App-ID, User-ID, threat prevention, SSL inspection)
• Proficiency in VPN configurations (site-to-site, remote access, SSL VPN)
• Experience with high availability, clustering, and disaster recovery configurations

Zero Trust Architecture (Preferred)

• Good understanding of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) principles and implementation
• Familiarity with software-defined perimeter (SDP) concepts

Core Network & Security

• Expert knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS)
• Strong expertise in network security technologies (IDS/IPS, NAC, DLP)
• Strong experience with Cisco ISE and Cisco WLC
• Proficiency with security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure
• Experience with secure access service edge (SASE) and cloud security architecture
• Understanding of scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Ansible)

Additional Security Technologies

• Experience with endpoint protection platforms (EDR/XDR)
• Knowledge of web application firewalls (WAF) and API security
• Familiarity with security orchestration and automation (SOAR)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in [specific industry: healthcare, finance, retail, etc.]
• Experience with SD-WAN and network virtualization
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning
• Experience with Cisco ISE and WLC
• Experience with Zscaler ZIA (Zero Trust Internet Access) and cloud security posture management
• Hands-on experience with CheckPoint Security Management Server and SmartConsole
• Experience with Palo Alto Panorama for centralized management
• Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms and integration

Certifications (Required or Preferred)

Required:

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification

Highly Preferred:

• CheckPoint CCSA/CCSE or Palo Alto Networks PCNSE certification
• Zscaler certifications (ZIA/ZPA Administrator or Professional)

Preferred:

• CCNP/CCIE Security, CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC certifications

• Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Master's degree preferred

WHAT WE OFFER:

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word:

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and recognise that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, as we work towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcomling recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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