Manager

Lupin Ltd; Thane; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lupin Ltd in India seeks a seasoned Network and Security Engineering Lead to architect, implement, and govern enterprise-grade network and IT/OT security solutions across on-prem and cloud environments.

You will drive architecture, mentor teams, and partner with clients to deliver robust, scalable security-enabled networks while aligning with business goals and governance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Professional certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, TOGAF or Cloud Networking Specialty desirable.
• 15+ years in enterprise networking and security engineering.
• Strong expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN and IT-OT convergence.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for network & security technologies guiding engineering teams.
• Design, implement and oversee enterprise network and security solutions.
• Lead deployments in hybrid cloud environments and vendor evaluations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Network engineering

Security engineering

SD-WAN

VPNs

Firewalls & IDS

Cloud networking

Terraform scripting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

CCNP/CCIE

JNCIP/JNCIE

TOGAF

Cloud Networking Specialty

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and visionary Network and Security Engineering Lead to design, implement, and oversee comprehensive network and IT & OT security solutions. This role involves collaborating with clients to understand their needs, crafting tailored solutions, and ensuring the integration of advanced networking and security technologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network architecture and security practices, along with the ability to drive successful implementations and offer strategic guidance.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and visionary Network and Security Engineering Lead to design, implement, and oversee comprehensive network and IT & OT security solutions. This role involves collaborating with clients to understand their needs, crafting tailored solutions, and ensuring the integration of advanced networking and security technologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network architecture and security practices, along with the ability to drive successful implementations and offer strategic guidance.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Leadership

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for network & security technologies, guiding engineering and operations teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership regarding network strategies.

Design

• Develop, design, and implement advanced enterprise network solutions (LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, IPAM, ISE, data center, and cloud connectivity).
• Develop, design, and implement advanced security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, DLP, SASE and cloud security and zero trust network access.
• Create high-level and detailed technical designs, network diagrams, and documentation.
• Ensure network architectures meet performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements.

Implementation & Delivery

• Lead the deployment of network solutions in enterprise and hybrid cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership in RFP processes, vendor evaluations, and solution selection.
• Oversee proof-of-concept testing and solution validation.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Work with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and communicate solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure network and security design adheres to best practices for availability, security, and disaster recovery.
• Contribute to the development of standards, policies, and procedures for network design and operations.
• Provide escalation-level support for complex issues during project deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology.
• Professional certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, TOGAF, Cloud Networking Specialty are desirable.
• 15+ years of experience in enterprise networking and security engineering role.
• Strong background in routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, SD-WAN, and wireless technologies, IT-OT convergence.
• Proven experience in cloud networking and hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Terraform) is a plus.

Work Experience

Education

Competencies

Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Agility

Developing Talent

Result Orientation

Innovation & Creativity

Customer Centricity

Process Excellence