Security Consultant

NTT DATA, Inc.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. in Bengaluru is looking for a Security Consultant to handle clients' cybersecurity needs and tailor security solutions. The role involves conducting vulnerability assessments, delivering testing results, and providing ongoing support for secure product implementation.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in IT or related fields along with relevant security certifications. Strong communication skills and a solid understanding of security risks are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity risks and security solutions.
• Demonstrable experience in IT Security Industry or related roles.
• Ability to manage risks at both organizational and project levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective response to security breaches.
• Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments.
• Support the development of mitigation countermeasures.

Skills

Strong understanding of information technology and information security

Solid understanding of security risks and preventative controls

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of relevant laws and compliance frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related field

Industry-relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

Tools

Security tools covering SANS Top 25

Security frameworks like NIST, ISO/IEC 27001

Job description

Your day at NTT DATA

The Security Consultant is a seasoned level role, responsible for translating clients’ cybersecurity requirements and customizing and implementing security solutions into specific systems, applications and product designs. This role identifies and develops the security solutions for clients using company products, outsourced technology solutions and technical tools. It consults with clients regarding secure product configuration, deployment, and security patches to minimize vulnerabilities, and provides comprehensive scanning, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, monitoring services and source code analysis, delivering detailed results to clients. It guides and supports clients in the development and implementation of product security controls.

Key responsibilities

• Works on strategic projects that ensure the efficient and effective reaction to security breaches to mitigate immediate and potential threats.
• Uses mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery approaches to minimize business disruptions and commercial consequences.
• Offers detailed technical support, investigation and analysis response activities and evaluates the effectiveness of existing practices, proposing improvements.
• Conducts regular threat and vulnerability assessments and determines deviations from acceptable configurations or policies.
• Participates in the assessment of risk level and supports the development of appropriate mitigation countermeasures in operational and non-operational situations.
• Analyzes evidence to support network vulnerability mitigation.
• Supports peers in the management and implementation of the information security management system.
• Participates in the implementation of policies, processes and guidelines to ensure standardization of security management throughout the organization.
• Applies tactics, techniques, and procedures to a full range of tools and processes related to administrative, criminal, and counterintelligence gathering, such as in-depth case analyses, continuous monitoring, malware analysis, and clear documentation.
• Proactively searches through critical infrastructure, systems and networks to detect and isolate advanced threats that may harm the organization.
• Uses both manual approaches and automated tools to identify, analyze, and report events, supporting the development of countermeasures to proactively protect against future threats.

To thrive in this role, you need to have

• Strong understanding of information technology and information security.
• Solid understanding of security risks and preventative controls.
• Excellent understanding of security operational processes and controls.
• Service consulting aptitude, focusing on the business, service and sales aspects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates impeccable attention to detail and can translate internal customer requirements into solutions.
• Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of security threats, countermeasures, security tools, and network technologies.
• High level of drive and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to build and maintain cross‑functional relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance frameworks affecting the technology sector.
• Good ability to assess and manage cybersecurity risks at both organizational and project levels.
• Good knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS, etc.

Academic qualifications and certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Industry‑relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GSEC or CompTIA Security+ essential.

Required experience

• Seasoned, demonstrable experience in the Information Technology Security Industry or similar role within a related environment.
• Seasoned experience with security architecture design principles.
• Seasoned experience with industry compliance and standards such as ISO 27000, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA or others.
• Seasoned experience with security tools and techniques covering SANS Top 25, OWASP or others.
• Seasoned experience working in a multi‑team environment across multiple geographies.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

For any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact us or email @nttdata.com.