Security Engineer

We are currently looking out for Security Engineer, interested candidates kindly share your updated resume to [Confidential Information]

Experience - 3 to 5 years

Permanent position

Location - Chennai / Hybrid

Required Experience:

Minimum of 3 years experience working within the cyber security sector

Bachelor's degree preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software or Cyber Security or relevant certification

Experience with AWS cloud security as well as physical networks and firewalls

Knowledge of NIST framework and security best practices

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed security into the development lifecycle

Proficiency in managing and optimizing security technologies and tools

Ability to work independently and coordinate programs of work across multiple teams

Strong written and spoken communication skills

Familiarity with SSDLC, Shift Left and application security principles

Competencies/Responsibilities:

Assist in the implementation and operation of the security programmes and projects as required including the SSDLC

Implementing and maintaining network, intrusion detection and prevention systems as well as other security tools in a hybrid cloud environment

Be aware of the latest threats in cybersecurity to guide and advise the organization regarding the protection of systems

Creating, testing and validating security capabilities to identify vulnerabilities/gaps and build appropriate detection and response countermeasures

Serve as a technical resource for the security operations team during active response efforts

Monitor and improve staff security awareness training

Track, record, and monitor identified security issues through to completion

Support Identity technology stack by performing various identity, access and data protection activities including monitoring and enhancements to ensure that the security systems are operational and effective

Assist with implementation and management of data security policies including data loss prevention, privileged access management, insider risk management, business continuity planning and disaster recovery testing

Assist with the design, engineering and management of automations to improve workflows and inefficiencies related to security processes

Assist in responding to audits, penetration tests and vulnerability assessments

Develop, manage, and measure KPIs, KRIs and additional metrics to understand the trends, quality, and insights from the vulnerability detection results to facilitate business decisions, automation development, and update of executive dashboards, reports and templates

Ensure that the company's sensitive information and IT equipment are kept safe by implementing the correct security measures

Engage 3rd party vendors and perform vendor assessments and track vendor compliance

Ability to multitask

Advanced knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Unix, Mac OS) and technologies supported by major cloud service providers.