Network Security Engineering Manager

Embark on a transformative journey as a Network Security Engineering Manager.

At Barclays, our vision is clear — to redefine the future of banking and craft innovative solutions. In this role, you will lead the delivery of secure, resilient, and scalable network security platforms that support our global digital landscape. You will define technical strategy, empower high‑performing engineering teams, and embed security‑by‑design and zero‑trust principles to safeguard our customers, colleagues, and partners.

Production Network Engineering sits within the Network Product Design & Engineering organization  will oversee the design, build, and operation of strategic network infrastructure platforms and connectivity services. Within this mission‑aligned model, Network Security Engineering plays a pivotal role in providing enterprise‑grade security capabilities across on‑premises, hybrid, and cloud environments—advancing our Network Modernization efforts and supporting our broader product‑centric transformation.

To be successful as a Network Security Engineering Manager, you should have experience with:

• Proven experience leading and managing network security engineering teams delivering enterprise scale solutions across domains such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, proxy services, remote access, network access control (NAC), and network segmentation
• Considerable technical depth in network security engineering, with the ability to provide hands‑on technical direction, design oversight, and delivery leadership in multi‑faceted, regulated environments
• Experience driving automation and reliability improvements using Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, configuration management, and Infrastructure as Code to improve delivery predictability and operational resilience
• Deep understanding of network security policies, standards, and technical baselines, with accountability for consistent implementation across environments
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively across infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and service teams to deliver integrated outcomes and safely execute complex change

Other highly valued skills include:

• Ample knowledge of technology risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response within large, regulated environments
• Experience enhancing operational metrics, reporting, and governance to support audit and control obligations
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, AWS or Azure Security, or equivalent, considered an advantage

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology, as well as job‑specific technical skills.

This role is located in our Whippany, New Jersey office.

Minimum Salary: $170,000

Maximum Salary: $230,000

The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above include only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any other type of compensation or benefits that may be available.

Barclays employees are eligible for a suite of competitive and generous employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and other paid leave for qualifying circumstances.

This position is eligible for an incentive award.

To lead and manage engineering teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the delivery of high‑quality software solutions, driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of innovation, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to align technical decisions with business objectives.

• Lead engineering teams effectively, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture to achieve project goals and meet organizational objectives.
• Oversee timelines, team allocation, risk management and task prioritization to ensure the successful delivery of solutions within scope, time, and budget.
• Mentor and support team members' professional growth, conduct performance reviews, provide actionable feedback, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluation and enhancement of engineering processes,…