Job Description

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
EY- Cyber Security (AEET) - Consulting - Senior
As a Senior Consultant in Network Security at EY, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing advanced security solutions for our clients. You will leverage your expertise in next-generation firewalls, proxies, zero trust technologies, and cloud security to enhance our clients' security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards. This person will interface with IT Operations, Network Operations, Infrastructure teams, Legal, Risk Management, etc.
The opportunity
We're looking for Senior Security consultant in the Security Consulting team to work on various infrastructure and endpoint protection related projects for our customers across the globe. In line with EY's commitment to quality, consultant shall confirm that work is of the highest quality as per EY's quality standards and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer. As an influential member of the team, consultant shall help to create a positive learning culture, coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.
Your key responsibilities

• Design and implement network security architectures using next-generation firewalls and proxies.
• Evaluate and deploy zero trust technologies, including Zscaler and Netskope, to secure client environments.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior consultants and team members.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technologies to ensure best practices are followed.
• Develop and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and configurations.
• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security incidents.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops for clients and internal teams on security best practices and technologies.
• Assist clients in compliance audits and assessments related to industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Design, implement, and oversee security measures for cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud).
• Create and enforce policies, standards, and best practices for cloud security.
• Monitor and address security incidents and vulnerabilities within cloud infrastructures.
• Establish and manage security controls, including network segmentation, data protection, and threat detection.
• Automate security processes using scripting and infrastructure as code (IaC) methodologies.
• Deploy and configure security tools and solutions native to the cloud (e.g., firewalls, encryption, identity and access management).
• Investigate and address cloud security incidents, including data breaches and unauthorized access.
• Conduct forensic analysis and generate comprehensive reports on security incidents and breaches.
• Work collaboratively with other teams to resolve security challenges and enhance the overall security posture.
• Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance the security posture of client environments.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored security strategies that align with their business objectives.
• Monitor and analyze security events and alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Participate in security architecture reviews and provide recommendations for improvements.

Skills and attributes for success

• Should be a good team player.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill.
• Proficient Documentation and Power Point skills
• Good social, communication and technical writing skills
• Should interface with internal and external clients.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work accurately under pressure in order to meet deadlines.
• Should understand and follow workplace policies and procedures.
• Should independently manage the assigned project/engagement with minimal oversight/guidance from the manager.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of professional of experience in network security consulting/operations or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles and practices.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing next-generation firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point).
• Experience with proxy technologies and their integration into security architectures.
• In-depth understanding of zero trust security models and implementation strategies.
• Familiarity with cloud security solutions, particularly Zscaler and Netskope.
• Implementation/operational experience on Zscaler- ZIA, ZPA,ZDX/ Netskope
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their security features.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills to assess security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Understanding of network protocols and security technologies (e.g., VPN, IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and security tasks.
• Knowledge of data protection regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Strong project management skills to lead security initiatives and manage client engagements.

• Below relevant certifications are a plus: -

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE)
• Zscaler Certified Cloud Security Engineer (ZCCSE)
• Netskope Certified Security Engineer (NCS)
• AWS Certified Security - Specialty
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
• Proficiency in security tools and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to stay current with evolving security technologies and threats.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Professional certificate or be actively pursuing related professional certifications such as the CompTia Security+, CEH, CISSP or Vendor/Technical certification. If not, certified candidates are expected to complete one of the business required certifications within 12 months of hire.
• To expect some weekend work and 20%-30% travel based on job requirement.

What we look for

• A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment with consulting skills.
• An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 1600 + professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide.
• Opportunities to work with EY Consulting practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries

What working at EY offers
At EY, we're dedicated to helping our clients, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies - and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.
You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

EY | Building a better working world
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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