Senior Security Engineer

Location: Kochi, Kerala
Openings: 1
Salary Range: 16

Skills: Cyber Forensic Cyber Security EDR ISO 27001 Penetration Testing Security Analysis Vulnerability Assessment 

Description:

We are hiring a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Security Engineer to play a crucial role in protecting our organization's IT infrastructure and network, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing robust security measures to safeguard data and systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security policies and respond effectively to emerging threats.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive security architecture framework that aligns with the organization's overall IT strategy and business goals.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
  • Design and implement security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption, and endpoint protection.
  • Continuously monitor security systems, networks, and applications for vulnerabilities, security breaches, and suspicious activities.
  • Conduct regular security audits, penetration tests and assessments to ensure the effectiveness of security controls and identify areas for improvement.
  • Work closely with our Security Operations Center (SOC) to analyze logs and alerts.
  • Identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
  • Conduct forensic analysis to determine the root cause of breaches or vulnerabilities.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to mitigate risks and implement recovery strategies.
  • Apply security patches and updates to systems and software as needed.
  • Design and implement security controls for AWS, Azure, Google Workspace.
  • Conduct training sessions to educate employees about phishing, cyber scams, malware, and other security risks.
  • Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and technologies.

Required Skills

  • Experience with firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
  • Software Engineering background with knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
  • Proficient in vulnerability management tools and penetration testing frameworks.
  • Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid IT environments is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.
  • Possess one of the following certifications: CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC or any relevant certification from a reputed organization.

Experience

  • 7-12 years





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