Cyber Security Engineer

Amantya Technologies; Lucknow; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Amantya Technologies is seeking a cybersecurity professional in Lucknow to participate in incident reporting, forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation. The role includes vulnerability management, security assessments, and audits across telecom and IT infra.

You will support red teaming, coordinate with CERT-In and other agencies, and contribute to policy development and training for LSAs and service providers.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in CS/CE/IT/EC or MCA from a recognised university.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in security domains.

Responsibilities

• Participate in incident reporting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation.
• Perform vulnerability management, application security assessments, and security audits.
• Support red teaming to assess and enhance security posture of critical infra.
• Coordinate incident triage and response with CERT-In and other agencies.
• Analyze cyber threat intelligence data and disseminate actionable intel.
• Ensure compliance with Telecom Cyber Security Rules and related regulations.

Skills

Incident reporting

Digital forensics

Malware analysis

Log correlation

Vulnerability management

Application security

Security audits

Red teaming

Threat intelligence

Risk assessments

Regulatory awareness

Education

BE/B.Tech in CS/CE/IT/EC or equivalent

MCA

Tools

Wireshark

Nessus

Splunk

ELK Stack

SIEM

Job description

Job Description

• Participate in incident reporting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation.
• Perform vulnerability management, application security assessments, and security audits for telecom and IT infrastructure.
• Support red teaming activities to assess and enhance the security posture of critical and sensitive infrastructure.
• Monitor and analyze network threats; coordinate incident triage and response across LSAs and agencies.
• Assist in securing network of Telecom-CSIRT Stakeholders.
• Analyze and monitoring of Telecom Security Operation Center (TSOC)
• Liaise with CERT-In, NCIIPC, CyMAC, NSCS, law enforcement, and other stakeholders for coordinated cybersecurity efforts.
• Contribute to the formulation of cybersecurity policies, incident management workflows, and reporting templates.
• Organize and participate in training and capacity‑building initiatives for LSAs, young professionals, and service providers.
• Provide technical guidance and inputs during vendor selection, contract finalization, and technology procurement.
• Analyze cyber threat intelligence data, correlate threat information, and disseminate actionable intelligence.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with Telecom Cyber Security Rules 2024 and other regulations.
• Continuously monitor the global threat landscape and recommend enhancements to the T-CSIRT framework and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast‑paced environment to ensure robust cybersecurity posture.

Essential Qualifications

BE/B.Tech. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunications, or equivalent from a recognized university/institute, OR MCA.

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in vulnerability management, application security, and information security audits.

Desirable Qualifications and Certifications

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, CySA+, OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CISSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications (GCFA, GCIH).
• Experience in red teaming and securing critical infrastructure such as telecom, government, and banking sectors.
• Telecom/network-specific certifications like CCNA Security, CCNP Security.
• Certifications related to cyber threat intelligence analysis (e.g., Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst - CTIA).

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Strong expertise in incident reporting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and log correlation.
• Proficiency with security tools such as Wireshark, Nessus, Splunk, ELK Stack, SIEM platforms, and forensic tools.
• Hands‑on experience with TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and other network protocols.
• Knowledge of CERT-In guidelines, NCIIPC frameworks, national cybersecurity policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and application security.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with up‑to‑date awareness of emerging cyber threats and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with incident management frameworks and standard operating procedures.
• Capability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and agencies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and training skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Basic scripting/programming skills (Python, Bash) and familiarity with cloud security concepts (preferred for HQ roles).
• Leadership and mentoring ability (preferred for HQ roles).

Additional Requirements

• Strong teamwork and situational awareness.
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.