Senior Network Security Engineer

Company Overview:

• Cloud4C, named a Visionary in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Public Cloud IT Transformation Services is the world’s leading automation-driven, application-focused Cloud Managed Services Provider (MSP). As one of the global leaders in multi-cloud migration and managed services, we support native and hybrid cloud environments with multi-availability zones, offering four-way disaster recovery architecture at zero data loss guarantee, military-grade security under a single SLA. Whatever cloud solution an enterprise is looking for, we can deploy it in their existing operational landscape – and transform the way they work.
• Cloud4C’s managed service processes adhere to best industry standards such as ITIL & COBIT using our proprietary Self-Healing Operations Platform (SHOP), an automation platform driving industry-leading services delivered through multiple products, garnering the best NPS scores from clients. We command presence across 30 countries in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and APAC and serve 4000+ global enterprises. These enterprises include 60 Fortune 500 companies and 80+ enterprises with over $1Bn revenue.
• Cloud4C is a pioneer in offering advanced IT evolution solutions with a Collaborative Integration delivery Model - A perfect collaborative alliance of people, systems, business structures, and practices customized to optimize results, increase value delivered to you, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency through all phases of plan, design, development, and management. We engage through an award-winning Hybrid Managed Services approach that pools in resources on-demand from 25 Centers of Excellence based on a firm’s needs and objectives, walking all the way through from transformation strategy blueprinting, deployment, management, support, and end business outcome delivery. As certified Azure, GCP, AWS, and Oracle Cloud partners, Cloud4C promises seamless, cost-effective digital transformation on public/private/hybrid/multi-cloud set-ups

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Security Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security systems to protect our organization's critical infrastructure from external and internal threats. You will work closely with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure that our networks are secure, efficient, and compliant with industry standards and regulations. Key Responsibilities :

• Network Security Design and Implementation : Design, configure, and implement security measures to protect the network from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber threats. This includes firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and virtual private networks (VPNs).
• Monitoring and Threat Detection : Continuously monitor network traffic and security alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents. Use security information and event management (SIEM) systems to track and analyze network activity.
• Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Management : Perform regular vulnerability assessments and security audits. Identify and mitigate risks associated with network infrastructure, and ensure that patches and security updates are applied.
• Incident Response : Lead or assist in the response to network security incidents, including analyzing breaches, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing corrective actions.
• Firewall and VPN Management : Administer firewalls, VPNs, and other security tools to ensure network traffic is filtered, secure, and encrypted where necessary.
• Collaboration with IT and Security Teams : Work closely with IT staff, security professionals, and vendors to ensure proper network security configurations and policies are in place.
• Documentation and Reporting : Maintain thorough documentation of network security processes, incident reports, configurations, and other security-related activities. Provide regular reports on security status and issues to upper management.
• Compliance : Ensure that network security practices align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS).
• Security Best Practices and Awareness : Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in network security and apply security best practices to the organization's infrastructure.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a Network Security Engineer or in a similar role with a focus on network security.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.), routing, and switching.
• Expertise in configuring and managing network security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and encryption technologies.
• Experience with security technologies and platforms (e.g., Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, etc.).
• Knowledge of network security architecture, risk management, and threat intelligence.
• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop effective security strategies.

Good to have

• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security, or other network security certifications, are highly preferred