Network Security Engineer

eSec Forte® Technologies; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

eSec Forte Technologies in India is seeking a Network Security Engineer to deploy, configure, and manage Palo Alto NGFW and Checkpoint firewalls, ensuring robust protection and policy enforcement. The role includes designing microsegmentation with Akamai Gaudicore, maintaining firewall rules, and collaborating with clients to implement security solutions while monitoring threats and optimizing performance.

You will work with Tufin, AlgoSec for policy orchestration and auditing, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of practical network security engineering or operations experience.
• B.Tech or M.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Demonstrated firewall deployment, configuration and management experience.
• Understanding of network security posture management and microsegmentation.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage firewalls (Palo Alto NGFW, Checkpoint).
• Design and implement microsegmentation to restrict lateral movement.
• Perform day-to-day security operations, including rule base management.
• Use policy management tools (Tufin, AlgoSec) for auditing and changes.
• Collaborate with clients to design solutions and provide support.
• Monitor traffic and security events, identify threats, and respond.
• Contribute to security posture improvements through reviews.

Skills

Firewall deployment

Microsegmentation

Troubleshooting

Incident response

Policy management

Networking concepts

Client collaboration

Education

B.Tech/M.Tech in CS/IT

Tools

Palo Alto NGFW

Checkpoint Firewall

Akamai Gaudicore

Tufin

AlgoSec

Job description

• Deploy, configure, and manage next-generation firewalls, including Palo Alto NGFW and Checkpoint Firewall, ensuring optimal performance and security enforcement.
• Implement and maintain microsegmentation policies using platforms like Akamai Gaudicore to restrict lateral movement and enhance network security.
• Perform day-to-day operational tasks for network security infrastructure, including rule base management, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and incident response.
• Utilize network security policy management platforms such as Tufin for auditing, compliance, and streamlining firewall change management processes.
• Optimize firewall rule sets and ensure compliance with security policies using tools like AlgoSec, providing clear visibility and automation for network access changes.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their network security requirements, design appropriate solutions, and provide ongoing technical support and guidance.
• Monitor network traffic and security events to identify potential threats, analyze vulnerabilities, and recommend proactive security measures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of network security posture through regular assessments, configuration reviews, and adherence to security best practices.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of practical experience in network security engineering or operations.
• B.Tech or M.Tech degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with firewall deployment, configuration, and management.
• Understanding and practical experience with network security posture management.
• Experience in designing and implementing microsegmentation solutions.
• Proficiency in network protocols, routing, switching, and common network security concepts.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network security issues effectively.

Nice-to-Have

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto NGFW for operation and management.
• Familiarity with Checkpoint Firewall administration.
• Experience operating and managing Akamai Gaudicore for microsegmentation.
• Practical experience with Tufin for network security policy orchestration and auditing.
• Knowledge of AlgoSec for security policy management and automation.