Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer

Pfizer; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Retirement savings contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer to drive secure, compliant Digital and Automation infrastructure in manufacturing. You will lead and own cybersecurity, network, and infrastructure activities, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable plant operations.

The role emphasizes governance, incident response, and lifecycle management, with opportunities to influence global standards and drive improvements across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience or equivalent combinations as listed in the job posting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent people management abilities and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for daily work.
• Experience managing projects within timelines and budgets.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity regulations and standards application across assigned systems.
• Identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity and infrastructure risks.
• Drive implementation and effectiveness of control strategies and tools.
• Own OT & IT infrastructure execution including monitoring, incident handling, and audits.
• Support change management for infrastructure and cybersecurity changes.
• Deliver software and hardware lifecycle management (patching, upgrades, end‑of‑life).
• Direct incident, crisis, and business continuity response within scope.
• Govern Pfizer Network Standards operations and remediation efforts.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

People management

Project management

Cross‑functional leadership

Cybersecurity controls

Infrastructure/network knowledge

MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4+ years experience

Master's degree + 2+ years experience

PhD + 0+ years experience

Associate's degree + 8 years experience

High school diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting maintenance and reliability, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need, precisely when they need them. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you will contribute to delivering medicines to the world more swiftly by envisioning new possibilities and taking decisive action.

The Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer drives and leads the secure, stable, and compliant operation of Digital and Automation infrastructure within the manufacturing environment. The role focuses on leading and owning execution of cybersecurity, network, and infrastructure activities in line with established standards and governance to protect critical digital assets and ensure reliable plant operations.

The Team Member performs day‑to‑day operations, lifecycle, and support activities across cybersecurity and network domains owning the reliability and performance of secure, resilient Digital and Automation systems.

The role works closely with cross‑functional partners to support secure infrastructure operations, incident response, and continuous improvement at site level. The Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Principal Engineer is recognized as a site Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing guidance and operating independently within defined scope while escalating complex or cross‑site topics.

What You Will Achieve

• Lead cybersecurity regulations and standards application, driving adherence across assigned systems and
• Identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity and infrastructure risks within defined scope, escalating where required.
• Drive implementation and effectiveness of approved control strategies and tools to maintain secure and compliant Digital and Automation environments.
• Own OT & IT infrastructure and architecture execution, including infrastructure monitoring, incident handling, and issue resolution for assigned systems and network components as well as user management and audit trail reviews.
• Support change management activities for infrastructure and cybersecurity changes, including impact assessments, documentation updates, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Deliver software and hardware lifecycle management, (e.g. patching, upgrades, and end‑of‑life tasks) following approved plans and change management processes.
• Direct incident, crisis, and business continuity response within defined scope, ensuring secure and timely return‑to‑service to agreed SLAs while maintaining data integrity and validated state control.
• Execute assigned Pfizer Network Standards remediation activities (e.g. configuration corrections, rule updates, device/network changes, or control implementation) in accordance with approved remediation plans, change management processes, and site/governance standards.
• Govern Pfizer Network Standards operations within defined scope, ensuring stability, compliance, and timely resolution of deviations

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent people management abilities
• Proficiency in using computers and applications such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects within timelines and budgets
• Experience in leading cross‑functional teams
• Practical experience supporting cybersecurity controls, networked systems, or infrastructure within validated or compliance‑driven environments (e.g., pharma, biotech, or regulated manufacturing).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess impact, troubleshoot effectively, and scale appropriately.
• Familiarity with infrastructure lifecycle activities (patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, end‑of‑life) under defined governance processes.
• Exposure to plant network environments and manufacturing automation systems (OT networking) is preferred.
• Able to support incidents and recovery activities in a structured manner, maintaining clear communication and composure under time pressure.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Master’s degree with relevant pharmaceutical experience
• Experience across various domains such as IT systems, electrical engineering, robotics, and automated systems within a Clinical or Regulatory environment
• Demonstrated competencies in cross‑functional leadership, including diligence, strategy development, conflict resolution, analysis, communication, and business/organizational awareness
• Strong project planning skills
• Strong collaboration skills with other process automation teams, engineering, and global IT teams
• Experience in developing and maintaining project budgets and providing updates for financial reporting cycles
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment

On Premise

Salary

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program.

We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O‑1, H‑1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E‑Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [e-mail]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI‑use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

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