Pharmacia & Upjohn Company Posted October 14, 2026

Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer

Rocky Mount, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

Use Your Power for Purpose

Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting maintenance and reliability, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need, precisely when they need them. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you will contribute to delivering medicines to the world more swiftly by envisioning new possibilities and taking decisive action.

The Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Lead Engineer drives and leads the secure, stable, and compliant operation of Digital and Automation infrastructure within the manufacturing environment. The role focuses on leading and owning execution of cybersecurity, network, and infrastructure activities in line with established standards and governance to protect critical digital assets and ensure reliable plant operations.

The Team Member performs day‑to‑day operations, lifecycle, and support activities across cybersecurity and network domains owning the reliability and performance of secure, resilient Digital and Automation systems. The role works closely with cross‑functional partners to support secure infrastructure operations, incident response, and continuous improvement at site level. The Cyber & Infrastructure Technology Principal Engineer is recognized as a site Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing guidance and operating independently within defined scope while escalating complex or cross-site topics.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

Lead cybersecurity regulations and standards application, driving adherence across assigned systems and Identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity and infrastructure risks within defined scope, escalating where required.

Drive implementation and effectiveness of approved control strategies and tools to maintain secure and compliant Digital and Automation environments.

Own OT & IT infrastructure and architecture execution, including infrastructure monitoring, incident handling, and issue resolution for assigned systems and network components as well as user management and audit trail reviews.

Support change management activities for infrastructure and cybersecurity changes, including impact assessments, documentation updates, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.

Deliver software and hardware lifecycle management, (e.g. patching, upgrades, and end-of-life tasks) following approved plans and change management processes.

Direct incident, crisis, and business continuity response within defined scope, ensuring secure and timely return-to-service to agreed SLAs while maintaining data integrity and validated state control.

Execute assigned Pfizer Network Standards remediation activities (e.g. configuration corrections, rule updates, device/network changes, or control implementation) in accordance with approved remediation plans, change management processes, and site/governance standards.

Govern Pfizer Network Standards operations within defined scope, ensuring stability, compliance, and timely resolution of deviations

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of

relevant experience

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent people management abilities

Proficiency in using computers and applications such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Demonstrated experience in managing projects within timelines and budgets

Experience in leading cross-functional teams

Practical experience supporting cybersecurity controls, networked systems, or infrastructure within validated or compliance-driven environments (e.g., pharma, biotech, or regulated manufacturing).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess impact, troubleshoot effectively, and escalate appropriately.

Familiarity with infrastructure lifecycle activities (patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, end-of-life) under defined governance processes.

Exposure to plant network environments and manufacturing automation systems (OT networking) is preferred.

Able to support incidents and recovery activities in a structured manner, maintaining clear communication and composure under time pressure.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Master’s degree with relevant pharmaceutical experience

Experience across various domains such as IT systems, electrical engineering, robotics, and automated systems within a Clinical or Regulatory environment

Demonstrated competencies in cross-functional leadership, including diligence, strategy development, conflict resolution, analysis, communication, and business/organizational awareness

Strong project planning skills

Strong collaboration skills with other process automation teams, engineering, and global IT teams

Experience in developing and maintaining project budgets and providing updates for financial reporting cycles

Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Rocky Mount, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 3720 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 172 biopharma companies.

3720Comparable roles tracked
3319Currently active
172Companies hiring similar roles
64Countries represented

Salary context

905 of 3720 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $99,200/yr – $165,400/yr
Highest disclosed · Head of Analytical Development · ModernaTX, Inc. $272,200/yr – $490,100/yr
Peer group range $0 – $381,150 (median $125,550)

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India162
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Ireland133
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Manager374
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Associate165
Principal134
Director118
Associate Director114
Senior Director53
Executive/VP9

Therapeutic area mix

24 of 3720 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Vaccines & Infectious Disease15
Rare Disease3
Oncology3
Respiratory1
Dermatology & Aesthetics1
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