IT Security Lead

Defentrix Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Defentrix Solutions Pvt. Ltd. in Bengaluru seeks a Technical Security Lead to strengthen the security posture of the corporate infrastructure.

You will design and implement security architectures, lead NGFW and EDR deployments, and coordinate incident response with MSS-SOC. You will drive threat hunting, zero-trust adoption (Zscaler, Netskope), manage NAC/DM, and promote Secure by Default in infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field and 10+ years in security architecture and operations.
• Hands-on proficiency in Security Architecture, Endpoint, Infrastructure, Monitoring, Cloud DevSecOps, IAM/PAM, Incident Response or related areas.
• Experience with Firewall, WAF, and sandboxing; Azure Sentinel exposure is preferred.
• Proficiency with zero-trust solutions such as Zscaler and Netskope.
• Familiarity with Agile processes and JIRA, plus self-motivated learning.
• Experience in financial services is a plus; CISSP/CCSP CEH or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a Secure by Default culture across infrastructure and systems.
• Be the security design authority for complex solutions and platform reviews.
• Develop and review security architectures, high/low level designs and procedures.
• Lead NGFW design, deployment, and management to meet policies and compliance.
• Architect and deploy Endpoint Detection and Response to counter threats.
• Apply MDM features, NAC, Data Classification, DLP, and Data Rights Management.
• Develop Incident Response strategies and threat mitigation plans.
• Lead Threat Hunting programs and continuous monitoring methodologies.
• Coordinate incident response with MSS-SOC for rapid resolution.

Skills

Security Architecture

Endpoint Security

Infrastructure Security

Security Monitoring

Cloud Security

DevSecOps

IAM/PAM

Incident Response

Threat Hunting

Data Encryption

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

Azure Sentinel

Zscaler

Netskope

Firewall

WAF

Sandboxing

MDM

Job description

We are looking to hire a Technical security Lead to work in the information security division within the CTO office and be responsible for improving the security posture of the corporate infrastructure.

We seek an experienced Technical security lead with hands-on experience in Security Architecture Design, Implementation, operation, and management of various technologies. He/She will be the focal point for virtual SOC.

Responsibilities

• Foster a security culture by promoting a “Secure by Default” and “Secure by Design” approach to infrastructure.
• Act as the authoritative figure for security design in intricate solutions and platform design review. This includes capturing requirements, translating them into designs, and identifying the necessary documentation to support the solution.
• Develop/review security architectures, high and low-level designs, processes, procedures, and local work instructions that align with industry security standards and controls.
• Has strong technical experience and knowledge of several Cyber Security Technologies, including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, MS Defender, DLP, End Point Security, Data Encryption, Network Access Control, Web/Email filtering, and SIEM.
• Lead the design, implementation, and management of Next-Generation Firewall solutions to safeguard network infrastructure. Ensure NGFW configurations align with security policies, industry best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Architect and deploy Endpoint Detection and Response solutions to identify and respond to advanced threats targeting endpoints proactively.
• You will possess comprehensive knowledge of MDM and its advanced features and functionalities. Your expertise will extend to Network Access Control (NAC), Data Classification and Prevention, Data Rights Management, and Data Leakage Prevention.
• Develop Incident Response Strategies: Create and implement effective response plans and swiftly identify and mitigate cyber threats.
• Threat Hunting: Lead efforts in proactive threat hunting to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the organization’s environment. Develop methodologies and procedures for continuous monitoring and analysis of activity.
• Incident Response Coordination: Collaborate with the MSS-SOC team to ensure rapid and effective response to security incidents. Provide guidance and support in incident investigation and resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field with a minimum experience of 10+ years in security technology architecture, implementation, and operation.
• Technical know-how and practical experience, ideally in 2 or 3 of the following areas: Security Architecture, Endpoint Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Monitoring, Cloud Security DevSecOps, IAM/PAM, Incident Response, Email Security, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management
• Show prior experience with Firewall, WAF, and sandboxing technologies, specifically focusing on Azure Sentinel.
• Illustrate proficiency in working with zero-trust solutions like Zscaler, Netskope, and related solutions.
• Familiarity with Agile processes and JIRA
• Ability to work with minimal day-to-day direction and must be personally motivated to continually learn new, emerging technologies.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the financial services industry
• Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, CEH, Azure security or any product security vendor