Role Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Security Engineer with 6+ years of expertise in protecting enterprise systems and networks from cyber threats. The ideal candidate will lead the design and implementation of security measures, conduct advanced vulnerability assessments, oversee incident response, and provide strategic guidance to strengthen overall security posture.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of security protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems across the organization.
- Monitor network traffic, logs, and system activity to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats in real time.
- Conduct advanced vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Lead incident response efforts, investigating breaches, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborate with IT, development, and operations teams to design and maintain secure system architecture and cloud infrastructure.
- Mentor and guide junior security engineers and IT staff on best practices, threat intelligence, and secure coding principles.
- Evaluate and implement emerging security technologies, tools, and frameworks to strengthen defenses.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).
- Participate in risk assessments and business continuity planning to mitigate potential threats.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, network security, or IT security engineering.
- Advanced certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CISM, Security+, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Proven expertise in network security, SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention, and secure system architecture.
- Strong knowledge of encryption, authentication protocols, and identity & access management.
- Hands-on experience with cloud security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
Key Skills:
- Network Security: Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, segmentation, and secure network design.
- Monitoring & Incident Response: SIEM platforms, threat detection, log analysis, and breach response.
- Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing: Risk assessment, remediation, and compliance.
- Encryption & Authentication: SSL/TLS, multi-factor authentication, PKI, and secure key management.
- Cloud & Enterprise Security: AWS, Azure, GCP security, and hybrid network protection.
- Leadership & Collaboration: Mentoring, team coordination, stakeholder communication, and security strategy development.
- Soft Skills: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, adaptability, and decision-making under pressure.
