Network Security Engineer

Company Name VARITE India Private Limited About The Client A global IT services and consulting company multinational information technology IT headquartered in Tokyo Japan The Client offers a wide array of IT services including application development infrastructure management and business process outsourcing Their consulting services span business and technology while their digital solutions focus on transformation and user experience design It excels in data and intelligence services emphasizing analytics AI and machine learning Additionally their cybersecurity cloud and application services round out a comprehensive portfolio designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide About The Job We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to design implement and manage security solutions for enterprise networks The ideal candidate will have expertise in firewalls intrusion detection prevention systems IDS IPS VPNs and security policies to protect IT infrastructure from cyber threats Essential Job Functions Network Security Design Implementation Design and deploy security solutions including firewalls IDS IPS VPNs and endpoint security Implement and enforce security policies standards and procedures Configure and maintain network access controls and segmentation Threat Detection Incident Response Monitor network security using SIEM tools e g Splunk QRadar Identify and respond to security incidents vulnerabilities and threats Perform forensic analysis and root cause investigation of security breaches Firewall Perimeter Security Management Configure manage and optimize firewalls Palo Alto Client ASA Fortinet Check Point Implement rules ACLs and NAT policies to secure the network perimeter Conduct periodic firewall rule audits and optimize performance Cloud Endpoint Security Secure cloud environments AWS Azure GCP using security controls and best practices Manage endpoint protection platforms CrowdStrike Symantec McAfee Enforce zero-trust security models and access controls Vulnerability Management Compliance Conduct security assessments penetration testing and vulnerability scans Nessus Qualys Ensure compliance with industry regulations ISO 27001 NIST HIPAA GDPR Work with auditors and security teams to address compliance gaps Automation Security Hardening Automate security monitoring and response using scripting Python PowerShell Implement secure configurations for routers switches and servers Qualifications Technical Expertise Strong knowledge of firewalls IDS IPS VPNs and WAFs Hands-on experience with Client Palo Alto Fortinet Check Point Juniper security devices Experience with SIEM tools Splunk QRadar LogRhythm Understanding of network protocols TCP IP BGP OSPF DNS DHCP SSL TLS Familiarity with cloud security AWS Security Groups Azure NSG GCP IAM Experience with SOC operations threat intelligence and incident response Soft Skills Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle security incidents Excellent communication and documentation skills Education Certifications Bachelor s Master s degree in Computer Science IT or a related field Security certifications preferred CISSP CEH CCNP Security Palo Alto PCNSA PCNSE Fortinet NSE AWS Security Specialty Preferred Experience 5 years in network security engineering or cybersecurity operations Experience securing hybrid IT environments on-prem cloud Strong understanding of compliance frameworks ISO 27001 NIST SOC 2 How to Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to respond submit their updated resumes and for additional job opportunities please visit Unlock Rewards Refer Candidates and Earn If you re not available or interested in this opportunity please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program where you ll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE Experience Level Bonus Referral 0-2 years INR 5 000 2-6 years INR 7 500 6 years INR 10 000 About VARITE VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA UK CANADA and INDIA VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking Cloud Infrastructure Hardware and Software Digital Marketing and Media Solutions Clinical Diagnostics Utilities Gaming and Entertainment and Financial Services Equal Opportunity Employer VARITE is an equal opportunity employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age marital status veteran status or disability status