Job Description

Company Name: VARITE India Private Limited
About The Client:
A global IT services and consulting company, multinational information technology (IT), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The Client offers a wide array of IT services, including application development, infrastructure management, and business process outsourcing. Their consulting services span business and technology, while their digital solutions focus on transformation and user experience design. It excels in data and intelligence services, emphasizing analytics, AI, and machine learning. Additionally, their cybersecurity, cloud, and application services round out a comprehensive portfolio designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide.
About The Job:

• We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security solutions for enterprise networks.
• The ideal candidate will have expertise in firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, and security policies to protect IT infrastructure from cyber threats.

Essential Job Functions:

• Network Security Design & Implementation:

• Design and deploy security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security.
• Implement and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Configure and maintain network access controls and segmentation.
• Threat Detection & Incident Response:

• Monitor network security using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar).
• Identify and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats.
• Perform forensic analysis and root cause investigation of security breaches.
• Firewall & Perimeter Security Management:

• Configure, manage, and optimize firewalls (Palo Alto, Client ASA, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Implement rules, ACLs, and NAT policies to secure the network perimeter.
• Conduct periodic firewall rule audits and optimize performance.
• Cloud & Endpoint Security:

• Secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) using security controls and best practices.
• Manage endpoint protection platforms (CrowdStrike, Symantec, McAfee).
• Enforce zero-trust security models and access controls.
• Vulnerability Management & Compliance:

• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans (Nessus, Qualys).
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Work with auditors and security teams to address compliance gaps.
• Automation & Security Hardening:

• Automate security monitoring and response using scripting (Python, PowerShell).
• Implement secure configurations for routers, switches, and servers.

Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and WAFs.
• Hands-on experience with Client, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, Juniper security devices.
• Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm).
• Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, SSL/TLS).
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS Security Groups, Azure NSG, GCP IAM).
• Experience with SOC operations, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle security incidents.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Security certifications preferred:

• CISSP, CEH, CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, AWS Security Specialty.

Preferred Experience:

• 5+ years in network security engineering or cybersecurity operations.
• Experience securing hybrid IT environments (on-prem & cloud).
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2).

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About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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