Senior Manager, Network Security POSITION LOCATION Richmond, VA or Lynchburg, VA - A Hybrid schedule of both Remote and In-Office days is required. In office days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST. YOUR ROLE The Senior Manager, Network Security is responsible for leading the strategy, architecture, engineering, operations, and lifecycle management of enterprise network security services. This role oversees a team of network security engineers and analysts responsible for securing on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures through the implementation of firewalls, secure access solutions, segmentation technologies, threat prevention platforms, and security monitoring capabilities. The Senior Manager, Network Security partners closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, Security Operations, Risk, Architecture, Application Development, and business stakeholders to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enterprise systems and data. This leader drives continuous improvement, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and strategic modernization initiatives while maintaining a strong focus on service reliability and cyber risk reduction. What you will be doing  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Network Security Engineers, Analysts, and Technical Leads.  Define team goals, performance metrics, development plans, and succession strategies.  Establish operational standards, engineering practices, and service management processes.  Manage staffing, budgeting, vendor relationships, and strategic planning activities.  Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.  Develop and execute the enterprise network security roadmap aligned with business objectives and cybersecurity strategy.  Partner with Enterprise Architecture and Security Architecture teams on future-state designs.  Evaluate, recommend, and implement emerging security technologies and best practices.  Define standards for secure network design across campuses, data centers, cloud environments, and remote access services.  Ensure security architectures support scalability, resilience, and regulatory requirements.  Oversee design, implementation, and support of: o Next-generation firewalls o Secure web gateways o Network access control (NAC) o VPN and remote access solutions o Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) o Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) technologies o Microsegmentation platforms o Cloud network security controls o DNS and DDI security services o Network intrusion prevention systems (IPS) o DDoS protection solutions  Lead firewall policy governance, rule lifecycle management, and security policy optimization initiatives.  Ensure high availability and performance of network security platforms.  Drive automation and infrastructure-as-code initiatives where applicable. What you bring  Bachelors Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.  10+ years of experience in network engineering, network security, or network architecture roles with 3+ years of proven management experience.  Working knowledge of Cisco and Palo Alto networking technologies.  Strong expertise in several of the following technologies: o Palo Alto Networks (Prisma Access, Panorama, NGFW, SCM) o Akamai Guardicore o Infoblox o SD-WAN platforms o SASE architectures o Cloud networking/security services o Network Access Control (NAC) o Security Analytics platforms o ZTNA  Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.  Clear communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.  Collaborative mindset with an emphasis on cross-team partnership.  Ability to lead through change, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple concurrent initiatives. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS  Experience in vendor and contract management, particularly with managed services providers.  Experience supporting distributed teams across multiple time zones.  Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001 to help assess and enhance network controls.  Experience developing and maturing KPIs, SLAs, and SLOs.  Industry Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCNP Security, PCNSE, etc.) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION National Range: $120,900-187,000 Lynchburg Range: $114,900 - $178,000 Disclaimer: This role is aligned to a national market-based pay range. Actual compensation will vary based on geographic location, experience, skills, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus incentive plan. Incentive compensation is based on individual and company performance and is not guaranteed. Employee Benefits & Well-Being Genworth employees make a difference in peoples lives every day. Were committed to making a difference in our employees lives.  Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives  Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage  Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options  Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)  Generous Paid Time Off - Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave  Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance  Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support  Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)  Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.