Network and Security Engineer

Skillsoft Ireland Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillsoft in Hyderabad, India is seeking a Network & Security Engineer to design, implement, and run secure enterprise networks across on-prem and cloud. The role emphasizes a security-first approach and hands-on architecture, monitoring, and incident response in global environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in network and security engineering, strong Cisco ASA and Azure networking skills, and a track record of threat hunting and vulnerability management in large

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in network and security engineering roles with strong hands-on expertise in enterprise environments with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Proven experience administering Cisco ASA firewalls and security platforms including Umbrella and SIG
• Solid understanding of Azure networking, including secure design and connectivity patterns
• Experience managing Meraki network environments, including configuration, monitoring, and optimization
• Strong knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and security operations principles
• Hands-on experience with threat hunting methodologies and tools
• Experience using vulnerability management platforms such as Tenable to identify and remediate risks
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices

Responsibilities

• Manage secure network infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments, ensuring high availability and performance
• Administer and maintain Cisco security platforms including ASA, Umbrella, SIG, and Meraki solutions
• Operate and optimize Azure networking services, including VNets, NSGs, routing, and hybrid connectivity
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats using industry-standard tooling and intelligence sources
• Perform proactive threat hunting and investigation activities to identify and mitigate emerging risks
• Manage vulnerability scanning and remediation processes using tools such as Tenable, ensuring timely risk reduction
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure infrastructure design and alignment with enterprise security standards
• Drive continuous improvement in network security posture, implementing best practices and automation where possible
• Support incident response activities, including root cause analysis, containment, and remediation planning

Skills

Network engineering

Security engineering

Azure networking

Cisco ASA

Threat detection

Vulnerability management

Meraki management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Umbrella

SIG

Meraki

Tenable

Job description

At Skillsoft, we believe skills fuel growth. Our mission is to empower every organization and every learner to turn constant change into continuous growth. As part of the team, your skills will help organizations understand what skills they have, what they need next, and how to apply them in ways that drive real performance and progress.

Network & Security Engineer

Join us at Skillsoft, where we are redefining enterprise learning and helping organizations build their Skillsforce of the future. Through our innovative software technology platform, we bring together immersive multimodal learning experiences, advanced analytics, AI-driven insights, and world-class content to deliver measurable transformative impact at scale. At Skillsoft, we are building the Skillforce of the future - a workforce that is ready, adaptable, resilient, and equipped to thrive alongside rapidly evolving AI tools and technologies. We empower organizations and individuals to unlock their full potential in an ever-changing world.

Skillsoft is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Network & Security Engineer who thrives in complex, global environments and is passionate about securing modern enterprise infrastructure. In this role, you will have the opportunity to play a critical part in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable network architectures while proactively identifying and mitigating threats across the organization. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with a security-first mindset and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage secure network infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Administer and maintain Cisco security platforms including ASA, Umbrella, Secure Internet Gateway (SIG), and Meraki solutions.
• Operate and optimize Azure networking services, including VNets, NSGs, routing, and hybrid connectivity.
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats using industry-standard tooling and intelligence sources.
• Perform proactive threat hunting and investigation activities to identify and mitigate emerging risks.
• Manage vulnerability scanning and remediation processes using tools such as Tenable, ensuring timely risk reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure infrastructure design and alignment with enterprise security standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in network security posture, implementing best practices and automation where possible.
• Support incident response activities, including root cause analysis, containment, and remediation planning.

Skills & Experience Required

• 5+ years of professional experience in network and security engineering roles with strong hands-on expertise in enterprise environments with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Proven experience administering Cisco ASA firewalls and security platforms including Umbrella and SIG.
• Solid understanding of Azure networking, including secure design and connectivity patterns.
• Experience managing Meraki network environments, including configuration, monitoring, and optimization.
• Strong knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and security operations principles.
• Hands-on experience with threat hunting methodologies and tools.
• Experience using vulnerability management platforms such as Tenable to identify and remediate risks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in hybrid cloud environments with integrated on-prem and cloud network security models.
• Familiarity with zero trust networking principles and modern secure access approaches.
• Exposure to security automation and orchestration tools (e.g., SOAR, scripting).
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, or Azure Networking/Security certifications.

Skillsoft is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

Our Values

We are passionately committed to leadership, learning, and success. We embrace every opportunity to serve our customers and each other as: one team, open and respectful, curious, and agile.

MORE ABOUT SKILLSOFT:

Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) is a global leader in AI-native skills management for the human + AI era. By unifying learning, real-time skills intelligence, and workforce insights, Skillsoft helps enterprises build their Skillforce - humans and AI working together to drive measurable business outcomes. Through personalized, interactive learning across leadership, technology, and compliance, Skillsoft enables organizations to close critical skill gaps and accelerate transformation. Skillsoft is trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, including 60% of the Fortune 1000, and supports a global community of more than 105 million learners. Learn more at skillsoft.com.

About Skillsoft

Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) delivers transformative learning experiences that propel organizations and people to grow together. The Company partners with enterprise organizations and serves a global community of learners to prepare today's employees for tomorrow's economy. With Skillsoft, customers gain access to blended, multimodal learning experiences that do more than build skills, they grow a more capable, adaptive, and engaged workforce. Through a portfolio of best-in-class content, a platform that is personalized and connected to customer needs, world-class tech and a broad ecosystem of partners, Skillsoft drives continuous growth and performance for employees and their organizations by overcoming critical skill gaps and unlocking human potential. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com.