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Company Brief “House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping's commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals. Currently House of Shipping is looking to identify a high caliber Network Engineer - Cyber Security. This position is an on-site position for Chennai. Background and experience: 4–6 years of experience in network security engineering , with direct exposure to Fortinet security platforms. In-depth knowledge of Fortinet FortiGate , FortiManager , and FortiAnalyzer . Experience in load balancing technologies (FortiADC, F5, or similar). Strong understanding of Web Application Firewall deployment and tuning. Experience designing and implementing secure network architectures . Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, VPN, BGP, etc.). Knowledge of IPS/IDS , NAT , firewall policies , SSL VPN , and routing . Familiarity with SIEM integration and log forwarding from network devices. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Job Purpose: The Network Engineer will be part of a fast-paced Cybersecurity team and cover broad aspects of House of Shipping cyber security, managing firewalls, configuring load balancers, and deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAF). The ideal candidate must possess strong secure network architecture skills and experience, strong technical foundation in networking and cybersecurity, and demonstrate expertise in firewall administration, routing, switching, network design, architecture, and security architecture Roles & Responsibilities: The principal areas of responsibility are as follows: Manage, configure, and monitor Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer). Implement and manage Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) and security rules for application protection. Configure and maintain load balancers (Fortinet, F5, or other) to ensure optimal application performance and availability. Architect and implement secure network designs aligned with best practices and business requirements. Conduct firewall rule reviews, change management, and network segmentation initiatives. Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues and perform root cause analysis. Perform periodic vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation planning. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors for project implementation and support. Maintain documentation related to firewall policies, network topology, and security controls. Monitor and respond to network security alerts and incidents promptly. Monitor network traffic and security logs for anomalies and recommend proactive measures. Support audits, compliance assessments, and internal security reviews. Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science. Competencies and skills: Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and ability to work independently. Communicate effectively by contributing significantly to the development and delivery of a variety of written and visual documents for diverse audiences. Passionate about cyber-security, eager to continuously learn and develop.