Cybersecurity Expert

We are seeking a seasoned cybersecurity expert to spearhead the design, implementation, and management of our organization's security architecture. The ideal candidate will oversee firewall and endpoint security, WAF implementation, VAPT, fraud investigation, dark web monitoring, brand protection, email security, and compliance enforcement.

1. Firewall, Endpoint & WAF Security
   • Design, configure, and manage firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, Check Point).
   • Deploy and maintain Web Application Firewalls (WAF) for web security (Cloudflare, Imperva, AWS WAF).
   • Implement Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne.
   • Conduct regular firewall rule audits, optimize configurations, and enforce Zero Trust principles.
2. Microsoft Security Layer Implementation
   • Configure and manage Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to protect against phishing, malware, and email threats.
   • Implement Safe Links, Safe Attachments, and Anti-Phishing policies.
   • Monitor and respond to email security alerts in Microsoft Security Portal.
   • Conduct email security threat hunting using Defender for O365 and advanced hunting queries.
3. Dark Web Monitoring & Brand Protection
   • Monitor dark web forums, marketplaces, and underground networks for stolen credentials, data leaks, and insider threats.
   • Implement dark web intelligence tools such as Recorded Future, Digital Shadows, or Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence.
   • Work with threat intelligence platforms to detect and respond to brand impersonation, phishing sites, and fraudulent domains.
   • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to enforce takedowns of malicious content.
4. Fraudulent Incident Investigation & Threat Hunting
   • Investigate fraud incidents, phishing attempts, and business email compromise (BEC).
   • Conduct forensic analysis on compromised endpoints, servers, and email accounts.
   • Develop and implement threat intelligence and threat hunting processes.
   • Work closely with SOC teams for incident response and mitigation.
5. VAPT & IT Security Operations
   • Perform Vulnerability Assessments & Penetration Testing (VAPT) on infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
   • Implement and manage intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
   • Monitor, analyze, and mitigate vulnerabilities from external and internal security scans.
   • Work with teams to remediate vulnerabilities and harden IT assets.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Technical Skills:
• Firewall & Network Security: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, Check Point
• Microsoft Security Stack: Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Intune, Purview Compliance
• Endpoint Security & EDR: Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne
• WAF & Web Security: Imperva, AWS WAF, Akamai, Cloudflare
• VAPT & Red Teaming: Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Kali Linux, OWASP ZAP
• SIEM & Threat Intelligence: Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ELK Stack, MITRE ATT&CK
• Cloud Security: Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub, GCP Security Command Center
• IAM & Zero Trust: Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access Policies, PAM
• Dark Web & Brand Monitoring: Recorded Future, Digital Shadows, Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Proactive security mindset with attention to detail.

Certifications (Preferred, but not mandatory): CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CEH – Certified Ethical Hacker, OSCP – Offensive Security Certified Professional, CISM/CISA – Certified Information Security Manager/Auditor, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100), Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200), Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator (SC-400)

Experience Required: 5+ years of experience in IT Security, Cybersecurity, and Threat Intelligence, Hands-on expertise in firewall management, endpoint security, WAF, email security, and compliance, Strong experience in fraud investigation, dark web monitoring, and brand protection, Proven ability to secure cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.