IT Infrastructure Security Specialist

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced Security Infrastructure Specialist to implement and maintain infrastructure monitoring tools across on-premises data centers and hybrid cloud environments.
• The ideal candidate will work closely with security, network, server, and cloud teams to strengthen the overall IT infrastructure posture and align tool deployments with organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deploy and manage enterprise monitoring platforms (e.g. SolarWinds, Grafana, NTT data) for proactive visibility and alerting.
2. Assist in implementing server/network baselines, access controls, and integrations with security platforms.
3. Deploy and maintain vulnerability scanning tools (e.g. Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7) and coordinate with teams for patch compliance.
4. Implement and maintain Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools such as CyberArk for critical server and network infrastructure.
5. Configure and manage enterprise Antivirus/Endpoint Protection solutions and integrate with monitoring dashboards.
6. Support firewall and network tool integrations, including rule-set monitoring, configuration backups, and device health checks.
7. Provide logs, metrics, and dashboards during incident response and RCA, working alongside security teams.
8. Maintain documentation, runbooks, and SOPs for tool configurations, integrations, and operational procedures.
9. Assist in automation and AIOps for tool deployment, alert correlation, and reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage) with a focus on tool implementation and monitoring.
• Practical exposure to CyberArk PAM deployments, enterprise Antivirus/Endpoint Protection platforms, and integration with DC and server environments.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning platforms (Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7) and remediation workflows.
• Familiarity with any of the Antivirus tools like Microsoft Defender for Servers, Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, and AWS GuardDuty/Security Hub.
• Experience with Windows/Linux servers, VMware/Hyper-V virtualization, enterprise network devices, and storage systems.
• Understanding of network infrastructure tools (NetFlow analyzers, Wireshark, Cisco Prime, SNMP-based monitoring).
• Exposure to firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) and ability to collaborate with network teams for tool alignment.
• Scripting/automation skills in PowerShell, Python, or Ansible for tool deployment and reporting automation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams for securing and monitoring enterprise infrastructure.

Preferred Certifications:

• Tool-Focused: SolarWinds Certified Professional, Qualys/Nessus, CyberArk Defender/Trustee, Microsoft Defender Certifications.
• Cloud & Hybrid: Azure Security Engineer Associate / Administrator, AWS Security Specialty.
• Infrastructure: Data Center Certifications (Cisco CCNA/CCNP DC), Server/Storage (MCSE, VMware VCP-DCV, Dell EMC, HPE).
• Network: CCNA/CCNP (Routing & Switching or Security), Firewall vendor certs (Palo Alto, Fortinet).
• Foundational: CompTIA Security+, ITIL v4 Foundation.

Tools & Technologies (Preferred Knowledge):

• Monitoring: SolarWinds, PRTG, Zabbix, Nagios, Azure Monitor
• Security & PAM: CyberArk, Microsoft Defender, Azure Sentinel, AWS GuardDuty
• Scanning: Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7
• Antivirus/EDR: Symantec, CrowdStrike, Trend Micro, Microsoft Defender ATP
• Network: Cisco Prime, NetFlow analyzers, Wireshark, SNMP tools
• Automation: PowerShell, Ansible, Python

Tanla is an equal opportunity employer. We champion diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.