Job Title: Network Security Engineer Location: Shimla Experience: 5+ Years (STRICTLY) Education: BE / BTech / MCA Employment Type: Permanent Notice Period: Immediate / Short Notice PreferredAbout the CompanyOur client is a trusted global innovator of IT and business services, present in 50+ countries. They specialize in digital & IT modernization, consulting, managed services, and industry-specific solutions. With a commitment to long-term success, they empower clients and society to move confidently into the digital future.Job DescriptionMust-Have SkillsNext Generation Firewalls (NGFW)VPN (IPSec / SSL)IDS / IPSSIEMDLPEDR / XDREndpoint SecurityWAF & Anti-DDoSLoad Balancers (Software & Link LB)Network Routing & Switching (HA & Redundancy)Incident Response & Security OperationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (BE/BTech) or MCAMinimum 5+ years of experience in Network & Security EngineeringMandatory Security Certification (any one):CCNP SecurityFortinet NSEJNCIS-SECStrong understanding of network security principles, standards, and best practicesHands-on experience managing enterprise-scale, high-availability security infrastructurePreferred QualificationsExperience working with large enterprise or government customersHands-on exposure to CERT-In, MeitY, and Third Party Audits (TPA)Proven expertise in incident handling, root cause analysis, and breach responseStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsResponsibilitiesManage secure and redundant routing & switching infrastructure ensuring 24x7 service availabilityImplement network segmentation for enhanced security and fault isolationConfigure and manage VPN connectivity (IPSec/SSL) for remote offices and departmentsDeploy, configure, and maintain Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)Operate Anti-DDoS solutions to mitigate volumetric and protocol-based attacksEnforce Web Application Firewall (WAF) protections for public-facing applicationsDeploy and manage Anti-APT solutionsAdminister Software and Link Load Balancers across multiple ISPsDesign and maintain high-availability security architecturesImplement Endpoint Security, antivirus, device control, and policy enforcementMonitor sensitive data using DLP tools aligned with data classification standardsOperate EDR/XDR solutions for continuous monitoring and responseImplement malware protection across endpoints and serversEnforce access control policies (RBAC, least privilege, periodic access reviews)Manage data encryption, key management, and PKI-based authenticationOperate IDS/IPS systems for threat detection and mitigationAnalyze logs and security events using SIEM toolsLead incident response activities in coordination with CERT-In, TPA, and MeitYImportant Note (Please Read Before Applying)
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Network Security Engineer