Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled

Cybersecurity Specialist

to manage, fine-tune, and optimize security solutions across

USGI assets

. The ideal candidate will ensure robust security configurations, incident response, log management, risk assessment, and compliance with industry best practices (e.g., IRDA, IT Security Standards). This role requires hands-on expertise in

firewalls (Palo Alto), SIEM tools, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management

, along with strong governance and reporting capabilities.

Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Operations & Incident Management

Fine-tune security solutions (firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS) as per the USGI environment. Monitor, log, and categorize security incidents; assign severity and escalate as needed. Investigate suspected intrusions and deploy incident resolution procedures. Correlate logs using

SIEM tools

and integrate with helpdesk ticketing systems. Generate security alerts for new vulnerabilities and threats.

Configuration & Performance Management

Manage configurations for

Perimeter Security, Gateway Security, and Endpoint Security

. Optimize

Checkpoint AV Clients

via central console; oversee patch management. Define and track performance metrics; identify and resolve resource bottlenecks. Conduct

server hardening

and ensure optimal security system performance.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

Manage backups for

security device configurations and logs

. Ensure secure restoration processes for cybersecurity devices.

Risk & Compliance

Conduct

Risk Assessments, Gap Analysis, and Compliance Reporting

(IRDA, IT security frameworks). Establish and enforce

security policies, procedures, and checklists

. Perform

vulnerability scanning

(bi-annually) and recommend remediation.

Governance & Reporting

Prepare

summary reports

on cybersecurity activities. Provide

MIS reports

on utilization, trouble tickets, and service requests. Ensure adherence to

IT security best practices and statutory guidelines

.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Work with

USGI asset owners

and vendors for issue resolution. Advise on

security governance and advisory updates

.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

Mandatory:

Hands-on experience with

Palo Alto Firewalls, SIEM tools, Endpoint Protection, and CMDB

. Strong knowledge of

log correlation, incident response, and security event management

. Experience in

vulnerability scanning, patch management, and server hardening

. Familiarity with

IT compliance standards (IRDA, NIST, ISO 27001)

. Proficiency in

security policy formulation and risk management

.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication for

security advisories and stakeholder coordination

. Ability to work in a

24/7 escalation

environment with

context-aware alerting

.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's/Master's in

Cybersecurity, IT, or related field

.

5+ years

in cybersecurity operations, preferably in

enterprise environments

. Certifications like

CISSP, CISM, CEH, Palo Alto (PCNSE)

are a plus.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹24,000.00 per month

Education:

Diploma (Required)
Experience:

Network security: 4 years (Required) Cybersecurity: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person