Senior Network Security/Firewall Engineer (Immediate Joiners)

Company Description

North Hires is a leading consulting firm specializing in Custom Software Development, Recruitment, Sourcing, and Executive Search across regions including the USA, UK, India, and EMEA. Leveraging deep industry expertise and an extensive network, North Hires connects talented professionals with organizations seeking top-tier candidates. Our services include Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), virtual staffing, contract recruitment, and digital marketing solutions. With a mission to empower businesses through exceptional talent acquisition, North Hires is dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and success for its partners worldwide.

Role Description

This full-time hybrid role for a Senior Network Security/Firewall Engineer is based in Hyderabad, with flexibility for partial remote work. The Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures. Day-to-day tasks include configuring and managing firewalls, troubleshooting network and security issues, ensuring cybersecurity standards, conducting system monitoring, and providing advanced technical support. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance information security and network performance will be a key part of this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5yrs of experience
• Expertise in Network Engineering and Troubleshooting, including configuring and maintaining network devices.
• Strong knowledge of Network Security, including firewall management and data protection protocols.
• Proficiency in Cybersecurity and Information Security practices to mitigate threats and vulnerabilities.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network and security issues efficiently.
• In-depth understanding of enterprise-level network architectures and security protocols.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Certifications such as CCNP Security, CCIE, or CISSP are highly desirable.
• Experience with security compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, or NIST).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.