Network Cybersecurity Manager

adani capital pvt ltd; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Capital Pvt Ltd is seeking a Manager for Network Cybersecurity to lead the security operations, incident response, and risk management across on-premise and cloud environments.

You will oversee tool configurations (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs), implement Zero Trust controls, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Advanced degree in Cybersecurity or Information Assurance desirable.
• Certifications such as CEH, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, Cisco CCNP Security, Checkpoint, Palo Alto desirable.
• 5+ years in network security, cloud security, and cybersecurity operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage configuration and ongoing tuning of network security tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and monitoring platforms.
• Oversee day-to-day network security operations, incident detection, response, and performance optimization.
• Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and implementation of risk mitigation measures.
• Implement Cloud Security controls and Zero Trust architecture, manage privileged access, and enforce policies.
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, legal and risk teams; report to executives on risks and progress.
• Drive continuous improvement and evaluate new security technologies and tools.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support audits; maintain documentation and KPIs.

Skills

Network security

Incident response

Cloud security

Zero Trust

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Security governance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Advanced degree desirable

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Network monitoring platforms

Proxy

NAC

Job description

Manager - Network Cybersecurity Responsibilities

Network & Cloud CyberSecurity Specialist

Network Security Tools and Technologies Management

Configuration and management of network security tools (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, network monitoring platforms, proxy, NAC etc). Ensure network security technologies are properly tuned, updated, and optimized to detect and prevent security incidents.

Network Security Operations Management

Manage the day-to-day operations of the network security team, ensuring effective monitoring, detection, and response to network security incidents. Ensure that network security controls (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, network monitoring tools) are deployed and optimized to protect the organization’s infrastructure. Establish and lead a proactive approach to identifying and addressing emerging network threats, vulnerabilities, and attack patterns.

Incident Response and Risk Management

Assist organization’s network incident response plan, ensuring rapid identification, containment, and mitigation of security incidents and breaches. Lead root cause analysis of network security incidents, ensuring lessons learned are applied to enhance security measures. Conduct risk assessments of network systems and lead efforts to implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies and controls.

Cloud Security & Zero Trust

Implement and oversee cloud security controls and cloud firewalls. Support Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) strategies, ensuring robust authentication, authorization, and micro-segmentation. Manage privileged access controls and enforce security policies to mitigate insider threats and external risks.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams

Partner with other departments, such as IT, compliance, legal, and risk management, to ensure alignment of network security strategies with broader organizational objectives. Work closely with senior executives to provide updates on network security risks and vulnerabilities, offering recommendations for improvement. Collaborate with other cybersecurity leaders to develop a cohesive, integrated approach to security across the enterprise.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Stay informed on the latest network security trends, technologies, and emerging threats to ensure the organization is protected from evolving risks. Drive the evaluation and implementation of new network security technologies and tools to enhance the organization’s cybersecurity capabilities. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the network security operations team by encouraging innovation and operational excellence.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure that network security operations adhere to relevant compliance requirements, ISO 27001 Oversee internal and external audits related to network security, ensuring all necessary documentation and evidence are provided. Maintain a strong understanding of global regulatory trends and ensure that network security practices meet the highest industry standards.

Network Security Reporting and Documentation

Prepare and deliver regular reports to executive leadership on the health of the network security program, including threat intelligence, incident status, risk assessments, and compliance status. Ensure that network security processes and configurations are documented clearly and kept up to date. Maintain and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the effectiveness of network security initiatives.

Key Stakeholders

Internal Department Heads Internal Auditors Risk Management Team Cybersecurity & IT Infrastructure Team Cloud & Network Engineering Team Risk & Compliance Team

External Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) Security Auditors & Consultants External Auditors External Security Consultants

Qualifications

Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., Master's, MBA) in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or a relevant discipline is highly desirable. Certification: Certifications : CEH, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, Cisco CCNP Security, Checkpoint, paloalto certificates. Work Experience (Range of years): 5+ years in network security, cloud security, and cybersecurity operations.