Security Solution Principal- Network Security

About World Wide Technology

Founded in 1990, World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution, with $20 billion in annual revenue, combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for large public and private organizations around the world. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps customers and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With nearly 10,000 employees and more than 55 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 13 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and leadership focus on diversity and inclusion. With this culture at its foundation, WWT bridges the gap between business and technology to make a new world happen for its customers, partners and communities.

What is the Solutions Consulting & Engineering (SC&E) Team and why join?

Solutions Consulting & Engineering is an organization that is Customer Focused and Solutions Led. We deliver end-to-end and emerging solutions to drive customer satisfaction, increase profitability and growth. Our success is enabled by our world-class management consulting, delivery excellence and engineering brilliance. Our goal is to bring together business acumen with full-stack technical know-how to develop innovative solutions for our clients' most complex challenges.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Principal Consultant with a specialization in Network Security to join our team. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions for our clients, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats. Your expertise will drive the development of security strategies, architecture, and best practices to safeguard critical infrastructure.

Security Principals lead the day-to-day delivery and growth of Solutions Consulting for large, complex organizations. They drive material business cases that generate significant, transformational work. This requires building strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs, helping to shape their technology and business solutions, and bringing the best of WWT to address their most critical business issues. As a Security Principal, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in cybersecurity, guiding clients and internal teams in developing and implementing robust security solutions. You will drive innovation, oversee complex projects, and serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity practices and emerging threats. Travel up to 50%.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive network security solutions tailored to client needs. Oversee project lifecycles from assessment to execution.
• Provide expert advice on network security architecture, threat mitigation, and compliance. Develop and present security strategies and roadmaps.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients. Conduct security assessments, present findings, and recommend actionable improvements.
• Analyze network vulnerabilities and develop strategies to address potential threats. Lead incident response efforts and recovery plans.
• QA deliverable output to ensure high-quality end-products to clients
• Mentor and guide junior consultants and security teams. Promote best practices and ensure adherence to security standards.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and technological advancements. Integrate new knowledge into client solutions and internal processes.
  
  

Essential Functions:

• Work as part of a core team serving WWT’s customers, including Consulting Services, Enterprise Architects, Managing Directors and Account Managers. They are responsible for Project Ownership and End Products, and contribute to the analysis, design, and implementation of business performance to ensure positive impact and sustainable results.
• Own the problem statement for the customers as leader of day-to-day services delivery.
• Own the documentation and organization responsibilities around complex projects, delivering strong analytical, quantitative and conceptual thinking skills and effective interpersonal and communication skills to ensure successful client projects & team performance.
• Serve as the “face” of the WWT Solutions practice to both the internal WWT office and external customers.
• Work with the WWT account teams to educate them and help drive business development and sales.
• Forge a niche and demonstrate thought leadership to develop a market position and build WWT’s offerings.
• Actively pursue business opportunities at large, complex customers; work with clients and internal WWT Teams to develop and negotiate statements of work, including project scope, deliverables, timelines and costs.
• Understand customer needs and make recommendations at the BU/Division Head levels.
• Understand the breadth of what we sell so that we are bringing the best of WWT to the customer through introducing and selling cross business services that help expand WWT’s footprint.
• Lead marketing efforts in the region to new/existing customers, including writing white papers, attending and presenting at conferences.
• Develop strong relationships with WWT’s core technology partners.
• Achieve revenue and profit growth for the practice.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with significant experience in leadership and strategic roles. Prior experience working with a consulting firm preferred.
• Expertise in network security protocols, firewall management, intrusion detection and prevention systems, VPNs, and related technologies.
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and methodologies.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills to drive cybersecurity initiatives and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to interact with senior executives and stakeholders.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex cybersecurity issues and develop effective solutions.
• Proficiency in managing large-scale cybersecurity projects, including scope, budget, and timeline management.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA preferred.
• Relevant technical certifications such as PCNSE, Fortinet NSE-7, CCNP/IE preferred
  
  

Want to learn more about Consulting & Security Services? Check us out on our platform:

https://www.wwt.com/consulting-services

https://www.wwt.com/category/security-transformation

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Heath, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program
  
  

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is more than a commitment at WWT -- it is the foundation of what we do. Through diverse networks and pipelines, we have a clear vision: to create a Great Place to Work for All. We believe inclusion includes U. Be who U are at WWT!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

Locations Include: MO, IL, GA, TX, FL, SC, KY, TN, KS and potentially others