Associate Director - Enterprise Network Security at KForce

DescriptionKforce has a client in NYC that is seeking an Associate Director, Enterprise Network Security.Summary:We are partnering with a highly respected, mission-driven organization in New York/Hybrid seeking an Associate Director of Enterprise Network Security to join a growing infrastructure and security leadership team. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership opportunity within a large-scale enterprise environment supporting critical operations, enterprise modernization, and long-term infrastructure growth. The Associate Director of Enterprise Network Security will oversee the strategy, implementation, and ongoing operations of enterprise network security infrastructure across a complex environment. This role requires a strong balance of leadership, operational ownership, and hands-on technical depth. This team is actively investing in major enterprise infrastructure and security initiatives, including:* Enterprise network security modernization* Large-scale infrastructure refresh and upgrade programs* Hybrid cloud and security expansion efforts* High-availability and secure access initiatives* Network segmentation and operational resiliency improvements* Enterprise-wide security and infrastructure optimization projectsResponsibilities:* Develop and execute enterprise network security strategy and roadmap* Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and security professionals* Oversee implementation and maintenance of enterprise security technologies* Drive incident response coordination, escalation management, and remediation efforts* Lead infrastructure assessments, risk mitigation, and security hardening initiatives* Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams on enterprise security initiatives* Manage vendor relationships, hardware lifecycle planning, and budget allocation* Promote a security-first operational culture across the organizationRequirements* Bachelor's degree (4-year degree) required in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related field* 5+ years of leadership or people management experience* Strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise network security environments, particularly Palo Alto technologies and centralized firewall management platforms* Experience with F5 technologies, load balancing, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and/or Forescout is a strong plus* Strong operational and incident management background within large enterprise environments* Experience leading infrastructure upgrades, migrations, or modernization initiatives* Ability to balance technical depth with leadership responsibilities* Strong communication and stakeholder management skillsThis role is best suited for someone who:* Enjoys both leadership and hands-on engineering* Has operated within large enterprise environments* Can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational ownership* Is calm under pressure during incidents and escalations* Wants long-term growth within a highly stable organizationWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:* Prestigious, highly stable organization with long-term growth* Strong compensation packageOutstanding benefits including:* 403(b) retirement plan with strong employer contribution* Generous PTO package* Tuition reimbursement/continuing education support* Excellent medical coverage* Large-scale enterprise environment with modern infrastructure initiatives* High visibility role with strong leadership exposureJob TypeDirect HireCompensation170000 - $250000