Honda Motors

Network Security Team Lead (Firewall & Network Security Operations)

Honda Motors • $110K — $130K *
Marysville, OH 43040In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or similar field; or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years in network security or infrastructure operations, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proficiency in firewall technologies like Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Check Point.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VPN, SSL, IPSec, IDS/IPS, and network security principles.
  • Experience in incident response, risk management, and security operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the global firewall management team, focusing on coaching and performance management.
  • Define and enforce firewall standards, policies, and governance per cybersecurity requirements.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to design and deploy secure network architectures.
  • Oversee all firewall operations, ensuring security, reliability, and availability.
  • Lead incident response and resolution for firewall and network security issues.
  • Manage vendor relationships, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and regional bonus where applicable.
  • Company vehicle program covering car, maintenance, and insurance costs.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee.
  • 401K with matching contributions and additional company contributions.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

  • Lead Honda's global Firewall Management team responsible for securing enterprise IT, manufacturing OT, connected products, and partner ecosystems.
  • Coordinate the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of firewall services, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with global technology teams to develop secure network architectures, manage firewall policies, monitor security threats, and maintain service availability.
  • Provide technical leadership, coaching, and operational oversight while driving best practices, risk reduction, and continuous improvement across Honda's global firewall environment.


Key Accountabilities

  • Lead and develop the global firewall management team through coaching, performance management, training, and workload prioritization.
  • Define, implement, and enforce firewall standards, policies, and governance aligned with Honda cybersecurity requirements.
  • Partner with infrastructure, cloud, application, and security teams to design and deploy secure network architectures.
  • Oversee firewall operations, performance monitoring, maintenance, and optimization to ensure security, reliability, and availability.
  • Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and resolution of firewall and network security issues.
  • Manage escalations, vendor relationships, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives while meeting established service levels.


Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
  • Minimum experience: At least 8 or more years in network security or infrastructure operations, including 2+ years leading technical teams.
  • Other job specific skills:
    • Expertise in firewall technologies (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
    • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VPN, SSL, IPSec, IDS/IPS, and network security principles.
    • Experience in incident response, risk management, and security operations.
    • Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and cloud security (e.g. - Azure / AWS).
    • Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving capabilities.


Workstyle

  • This is an onsite job. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval.


Visa sponsorship issues

  • This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship


What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:
  • Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
  • Regional Bonus (when applicable)
  • Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
  • Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
  • Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
  • Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Career Mobility
  • Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
  • Training and Development Programs

Additional Offerings:
  • Lifestyle Account
  • Childcare Reimbursement Account
  • Elder Care Support
  • Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
  • Wellbeing Program
  • Community Service and Engagement Programs
  • Product Programs


About Honda Motors

Honda Motors is a leading manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. The company was founded in 1948 by Soichiro Honda and has since grown to become one of the largest automotive companies in the world. Honda Motors is known for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability, with a focus on developing environmentally friendly vehicles. The company operates in over 30 countries and has a strong presence in the United States, Japan, and Europe.
Learn more about Honda Motors
Size
204,035 employees
Market Cap
$41.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$414.5 billion
Founded
1948
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$13,004.8 billion
NASDAQ
HMC
* Ladders Estimates

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