Novartis Posted August 11, 2026

Sr Specialist Network Security Engineering

Prague, Czech Republic Regular
Information Technology Senior

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About this opportunity

#LI-HybridLocation: Prague, Czech RepublicThis role is based in Prague, Czech Republic. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.Network Security Engineering team is a global team working on delivery and deployment of network security solutions and services following design standards and according to business needs. The team works with 5+ security vendors and products to deliver security services for Novartis globally. The candidate will partner with Business and IT Stakeholders for demand analysis, solution proposal/evaluation and project delivery ensuring the stability and integrity of the delivered solutions. You will be the Subject Matter Expert for NAC service built on Cisco ISE.

Key Responsibilities Act as a subject matter expert for Cisco ISE and NAC serviceManage security equipments and services including NAC, ISE, Firewalls, Proxies, VPN, and IPSWork on new projects and migrations related to network security servicesCollaborate closely with service lines and architecture to deliver PoC, pilots and successful implementation of new IT solutionsEnsure services and products are fit for purpose, achieve the desired business value and impact, and adhere to technology standards, Security and Compliance policies and proceduresBuild/maintain comprehensive documentation as it relates network & Security topology, equipment, and configuration(s)Manage services/products lifecycle ensuring data availability, consistency and integrityExecute problem management and identification of root causes as well as sufficient prevention of recurrencesProvide Level 4 support for problems identified with systems and network; and act as a partner for Level 3 and Level 4 Managed Services support technicians Essential Requirements Strong understanding and experience with Cisco ISE and NAC servicesStrong understanding of network technologies, protocols, and connectivity solutionsExperience with at least one of the major firewall ​vendors and/or SASEAbility to effectively communicate by phone, email or in person with technical and business teamsProven experience in network security engineering roles delivering projects within complex global environmentsStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Desirable Requirements Knowledge of Forescout platform. Experience applying artificial intelligence or advanced analytics to technology operationsKnowledge of network automation tools and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 948,290.00 - 1,761,110.00 CZKThe base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdfNote: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.Accessibility and accommodation: Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all  individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an email to di.cz@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Information Technology
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Prague, Czech Republic
Employment type
Regular

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Information Technology role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 378 comparable Senior Information Technology roles across 34 biopharma companies.

378Comparable roles tracked
355Currently active
34Companies hiring similar roles
21Countries represented

Salary context

45 of 378 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $948,290/yr – $1,761,110/yr
Lowest disclosed · Senior Data Security Engineer (Insider Risk Management – Engineering) · AbbVie $0/hr – $0/hr (≈ $0–$0/yr)
Peer group range $0 – $224,445 (median $151,100)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 378 comparable roles

India196
United States78
Spain23
Poland14
Portugal10
Greece9

+ 15 more countries

Seniority mix

378 of 378 peers have a known seniority level

Senior289
Principal50
Associate Director39

Therapeutic area mix

0 of 378 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

No peers with a known therapeutic area yet.

Similar opportunities

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How we calculate "similar"

No black box, no LLM guesswork: a deterministic score built from four normalized attributes. Here's this role's own peer group at different match levels, so you can see the mechanism, not just the result.

Every comparison starts from the same 100-point budget: 25 for working in the same function, 40 for the same therapeutic area, 20 for the same or adjacent seniority, 15 for the same country. A dimension we can't confirm on both sides contributes nothing, never a guess, never a free pass.

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