Network Security Engineer

HypTechie; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

HypTechie is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join its Global Supplier Connectivity team in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. This hybrid role involves delivering secure connectivity services for suppliers, ensuring adherence to SLAs, and collaborating with a global team across locations like Valencia and Dearborn.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Networks or Computer Science, strong experience with network security technologies, and automation skills. Join us to lead modern security practices in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (C1 level or above – verbal and written).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership and conflict management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver secure and scalable global connectivity solutions for suppliers.
• Translate business requirements into secure network solutions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and cybersecurity teams.
• Conduct firewall rule reviews and enforce compliance.
• Implement tools to log, monitor, and generate alerts.
• Develop metrics to measure service performance.
• Lead automation initiatives for network security operations.
• Provide Tier-3 technical support and incident response.
• Coordinate network extranet projects.

Skills

TCP/IP

Ethernet networks

Cisco ASA/Firepower

Palo Alto technologies

Automation skills

Scripting languages

IPSec VPN configuration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Networks or Computer Science

Tools

Zscaler

Prisma

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hybrid)

Global Team | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Trending Role

Join our Global Supplier Connectivity team as a Network Security Engineer, and play a vital role in delivering secure connectivity services to suppliers and trade partners across the globe. You will work with a dynamic and distributed team based in Valencia (Spain), Chennai (India), and Dearborn (USA). This role requires a deep understanding of network security, automation, and cloud-based remote access technologies like Zscaler and Prisma Access.

Key Responsibilities

• Connectivity & Security Services: Deliver secure, scalable, and efficient global connectivity solutions for suppliers, ensuring SLA adherence.
• Solution Design & Implementation: Translate business requirements into secure network solutions. Design and implement VPNs, firewall configurations, and remote access setups.
• Cross‑Team Collaboration: Coordinate with internal stakeholders, application owners, ISPs, cybersecurity teams, and network providers to deliver integrated connectivity services.
• Security Audits & Compliance: Conduct firewall rule reviews, enforce least privilege policies, lead segmentation projects (micro‑segmentation, ZTNA), and ensure compliance with internal and industry standards.
• Monitoring & Logging: Implement tools and processes to log, monitor, and generate alerts for network activities and security events.
• Service Metrics & Quality Improvement: Develop and maintain metrics to measure service performance and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Automation & Scripting: Lead automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, including scripting for network and security operations.
• Incident Response & Support: Provide Tier‑3 technical support, assist in incident investigation, and collaborate with threat response teams as needed.
• Project Leadership: Coordinate network extranet projects and supervise team members or contractors when applicable.

Qualifications

Education & Language

• Bachelor’s Degree in Networks or Computer Science (or related field).
• Proficient in English (C1 level or above – verbal and written).

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership and conflict management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cross‑cultural collaboration skills.

Technical Skills & Experience (Required/Preferred)

Networking & Security:

• Strong experience with TCP/IP, Ethernet networks, and IP protocols.
• Hands‑on expertise with Cisco ASA/Firepower, CSM, FMC, and Palo Alto technologies.
• Firewall administration, segmentation, and ZTNA implementation.
• IPSec VPN configuration, troubleshooting, and management.

Automation & Scripting:

• Automation skills using scripting languages.
• Exposure to network orchestration, virtualization, and API management.

Security Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of Data Network Security and Zero Trust frameworks.
• Awareness of compliance and industry security standards.

Tools & Platforms:

• Experience with Zscaler, Prisma, Cisco, Palo Alto, or other enterprise security platforms.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a global cross‑functional team that directly supports secure digital transformation.
• Lead and implement modern security practices and technologies at scale.
• Thrive in a hybrid work culture that values collaboration, autonomy, and innovation.