Honda Motors

Network Security Team Lead (Firewall & Network Security Operations)

Honda Motors$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 8 years in network security or infrastructure operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Expertise in firewall technologies such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or 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 cybersecurity standards like NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and cloud security (Azure/AWS).
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the global firewall management team, focusing on coaching and performance management.
  • Define, implement, and enforce firewall standards and policies in line with Honda's cybersecurity requirements.
  • Collaborate with various teams to design and deploy secure network architectures.
  • Oversee firewall operations, ensuring security, reliability, and availability through performance monitoring.
  • Lead incident response efforts, analyzing root causes and resolving security issues.
  • Manage vendor relationships, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet service levels.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with regional bonuses when applicable.
  • Manager Lease Car Program covering car, maintenance, and insurance costs at no expense.
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401K plan with company matching and additional contributions.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
  • Advancement and career mobility opportunities, education reimbursement, and training programs.
  • Additional lifestyle benefits, including childcare reimbursement and elder care support.
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
Net Income
$414.5 billion
Founded
1948
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$13,004.8 billion
NASDAQ

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