Zero Trust & Networking Security Manager

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC); Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) seeks an experienced Zero Trust & Network Security Manager to lead engineering and operations for DTCC's Zero Trust platforms, including Zscaler and Akamai solutions. This senior role focuses on platform stability, scalability, and resilience across identity, device, network, and data security.

You will drive security architecture improvements, manage cross-functional collaboration, and guide lifecycle governance for secure access and network

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years hands-on Cybersecurity related experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering, operations, and continuous optimization of DTCC's Zero Trust and Network Security platforms, including Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange and Akamai security solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) services, ensuring platform stability, performance, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across Zscaler and network security platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and operational support for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and associated Zero Trust access services.
• Evaluate security architecture, identify opportunities for improvement, and align security capabilities with DTCC's Zero Trust strategy and evolving business requirements.
• Lead operational support and continuous improvement activities for Network Security technologies, including Akamai WAF, DDoS protection, IDS/IPS, DNS security, and related security controls.
• Partner with Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Application, and Network teams to strengthen enterprise security posture and operational resilience.
• Drive platform lifecycle management, governance, process automation, and service reliability across Zero Trust and Network Security technologies.

Skills

Clear communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Security strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Zscaler ZIA

Zscaler ZPA

Zscaler ZDX

Akamai WAF

Akamai security solutions

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Secure Web Gateways

SASE

DDoS protection

Job description

Being a member of IT Cybersecurity and Platform Engineering team, this role is for an experienced Zero Trust & Network Security Manager to lead the engineering, operations, and continuous enhancement of DTCC's Zero Trust and network security platforms, including Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange and Akamai WAF. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise across the core Zero Trust pillars of Identity, Device, Network, Application, and Data Security, and will play a key role in advancing DTCC's cybersecurity strategy and operational resilience.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering, operations, and continuous optimization of DTCC's Zero Trust and Network Security platforms, including Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange and Akamai security solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) services, ensuring platform stability, performance, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across Zscaler and network security platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and operational support for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and associated Zero Trust access services.
• Evaluate security architecture, identify opportunities for improvement, and align security capabilities with DTCC's Zero Trust strategy and evolving business requirements.
• Lead operational support and continuous improvement activities for Network Security technologies, including Akamai WAF, DDoS protection, IDS/IPS, DNS security, and related security controls.
• Partner with Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Application, and Network teams to strengthen enterprise security posture and operational resilience.
• Drive platform lifecycle management, governance, process automation, and service reliability across Zero Trust and Network Security technologies.

**NOTE: The Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above. **

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years hands-on Cybersecurity related experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or equivalent experience

Talents Needed for Success:

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience in the field of Cybersecurity with expertise in domains like Network Security, Data Protection, Endpoint Security.
• Hands on experience in implementation for Zscaler ZIA, ZPA, ZDX, Akamai WAF.
• Experience and deep understanding of Cyber Security controls for SaaS Solutions, e.g. Entra ID, Azure, AWS.
• Experience in managing Data Protection Technologies: Endpoint & Web DLP, CASB
• Network Security: Secure Web Gateways, Secure Access Secure Edge (SASE), Firewalls, IDS/IPS technologies
• Endpoint Security: Endpoint Detection and Response, Endpoint Protection, NGAV, DLP and Firewall technologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve problems effectively and creatively while maintaining a high level of flexibility, professionalism, and integrity.
• Industry security certifications such as CISSP or other cybersecurity domain coverage is preferred.

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.