System Engineer

Location : Mumbai, Kandla, Goa, Mangalore, Kochi, Chennai, Tuticorin, Visakhapatnam, Paradip, Kolkata

Description :

- We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled On-site IT Security Engineer to join our team, embedded directly at customer premises.

- This role is crucial for bridging the gap between our remote cybersecurity teams and the customer's on-site environment.

- You will be responsible for hands-on network engineering, vulnerability management, and providing essential technical coordination and support to ensure seamless cybersecurity :

On-site Technical Coordination : Act as the primary technical point of contact at the customer site, facilitating effective communication and coordination between our remote security teams (located in different geographies) and the customer's IT personnel.

Network Engineering & Maintenance : Independently perform network engineering tasks, including configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization, to ensure a robust and secure network Management & Patching : Proactively identify, assess, and manage vulnerabilities across customer systems and networks.

This includes planning and executing patching cycles to ensure all systems are secure and up-to-date.

Cybersecurity Implementation Support : Work closely with remote teams to implement cybersecurity solutions by understanding the customer's unique environment and providing critical on-site support.

Incident Response & Support : Assist in monitoring and responding to cybersecurity alerts, providing on-site support for incident response efforts, including initial analysis and mitigation steps.

Customer Environment Understanding : Develop a deep understanding of the customer's IT infrastructure, applications, and security requirements to effectively tailor and implement security solutions.

Security Policy Assistance : Help implement and enforce security policies on-site, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and our cybersecurity frameworks.

Reporting & Documentation : Provide regular updates to both remote teams and the customer on security posture, ongoing activities, and any identified risks or issues.

Arrange/coordinate meetings & diligently record minutes of meetings and prepare agenda points.

Adherence to Standards : Ensure on-site operations comply with relevant national and international cybersecurity standards, regulations (e., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls), and best practices.

Eligibility :

Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Experience :

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in IT security, network engineering, or system administration with a strong focus on security.

- Proven experience in patch management and vulnerability remediation.

- Familiarity with analyzing logs from various sources (e., network devices, servers, applications) for security incident detection.

- Experience with scripting languages (e., Python, PowerShell) for automation and tool development is highly desirable.

Technical Skills :

- Strong understanding of Networking principles and protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls).

- Solid knowledge of Operating Systems (Windows, Linux), System Administration, common threats, and vulnerabilities.

- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.

Soft Skills :

- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and customer personnel.

- Professional, courteous, cooperative, and a strong team player with a high level of integrity and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a dynamic on-site environment.

Language Proficiency :

- Multi-lingual proficiency, Good English speaking along with strong local language proficiency for each Location (Eg, Tamil for Chennai/ Tuticirin, Tulu/Kannada for Mangalore, Odiya for Paradip, etc).

Desired Eligibility :

Desired Certifications :

- Professional certifications such as CCNA Security, CEH, and CompTIA Security+ will be an added advantage (but not compulsory).

Travel :

- Occasional travel may be required across the country for specific project executions, monitoring, or coordination with geographically distributed internal teams.

Communication :

- Submit a cover letter summarising your experience in relevant technologies and software along with a resume and the Latest passport-size photograph