Cyber Security

Sop Technology Services; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sop Technology Services in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to design and implement secure solutions aligned with major security standards. You will contribute to OpenSSL/OpenSSH security work, perform comprehensive gap analyses, and guide architects and testers in deploying secure configurations for network devices.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in cybersecurity, strong C/C++ skills, cryptography knowledge, Linux/Unix development experience, and familiarity

Qualifications

• Bachelors/Masters in cybersecurity/computer science or equivalent.
• 6-8 years of cybersecurity experience with proven contributions in FIPS/Common Criteria or equivalent security certifications.
• High proficiency in C/C++ with a test-driven mindset.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, cryptography and cybersecurity tools.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix development environments.
• Understanding of software vulnerabilities and mitigations.
• A genuine passion for building effective and pragmatic security.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CCSP, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GPEN are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in security working groups and discussions for standards like NIST FIPS 140-3, NDcPP, EUCC and NCCS ITSAR both internally and externally
• Design and implement requirements in compliance with said security standards/certifications
• Work on open-source security libraries such as OpenSSL and OpenSSH and custom implementations
• Conduct in-depth gap analysis on routers, switches and firewalls and CPE devices against security standards
• Collaborate and consult as the SME for security standards with various platform architects, developers and testers, to implement secure configurations for network equipment.
• Validate security configurations, system hardening practices, and patch management processes to ensure they meet standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including security policies, entropy reports, procedures, audit reports, and technical assessments.

Skills

C/C++

Security concepts

Linux/Unix

Cryptography

Network protocols

Problem solving

Code reviews

Communication skills

Security certifications (plus)

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Cybersecurity/CS

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in security working groups and discussions for standards like NIST FIPS 140-3, NDcPP, EUCC and NCCS ITSAR both internally and externally
• Design and implement requirements in compliance with said security standards/certifications
• Work on open-source security libraries such as OpenSSL and OpenSSH and custom implementations
• Conduct in-depth gap analysis on routers, switches and firewalls and CPE devices against security standards
• Collaborate and consult as the SME for security standards with various platfrom architects, developers and testers, to implement secure configurations for network equipment.
• Validate security configurations, system hardening practices, and patch management processes to ensure they meet standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including security policies, entropy reports, procedures, audit reports, and technical assessments.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelors/Master's degree in cybersecurity/ computer science or equivalent
• 6-8 years of experience in cybersecurity with proven contributions in FIPS/Common Criteria or equivalent security certifications
• High proficiency in C/C++ with a test-driven mindset
• Strong understanding of network protocols, cryptography and cybersecurity tools.
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix development environments
• Understanding of software vulnerabilities and mitigations
• A genuine passion for building effective and pragmatic security
• Excellent problem-solving skills with out-of-the-box critical thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passionate about writing good quality code and be open-minded to feedback on detailed code reviews
• Cybersecurity-related certification(s), including CCSP, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GPEN is a plus

This opportunity is based in Bangalore.