Security Engineer

NexTurn Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer with over 5 years of experience in implementing security controls such as MFA, PAM, and encryption technologies. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in cloud security platforms like AWS and Azure and experience with vulnerability assessments and incident response. Responsibilities include validating security configurations, supporting cloud security implementations, and participating in security drills. Relevant certifications are preferred. This position is based in Hyderabad, India.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity or Security Engineering role.
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and security baselines.
• Familiarity with security monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement and validate technical security controls.
• Support cloud security segmentation and DMZ implementation.
• Perform vulnerability and configuration assessments.
• Assist in security documentation and compliance.
• Participate in incident response and investigations.

Skills

Security controls implementation

Cloud security proficiency

Vulnerability assessment experience

Incident response knowledge

Technical documentation skills

Education

BE/BTech degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

SIEM tools

MFA

EDR

DLP

Encryption technologies

Job description

WorkExperience:5+ years in Cybersecurity or Security Engineering role.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with security controls including MFA, PAM, EDR, DLP, and encryption technologies.
• Proficiency in cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) including segmentation, DMZ implementation, and security baselines.
• Experience in vulnerability assessment, configuration audits, and remediation tracking.
• Strong knowledge of endpoint and network security configurations and hardening practices.
• Experience in incident response, investigation, and post-incident analysis.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, log analysis, and security monitoring systems.
• Experience in conducting cyber drills, phishing simulations, and security awareness programs.
• Strong technical documentation and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications (CEH, OSCP, CompTIA Security+, Azure/AWS Security) are preferred.

Qualifications:BE/BTech degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

Job Description:

• Implement and validate technical security controls including MFA, PAM, EDR, DLP, and encryption.
• Support cloud security segmentation (Production, Development, Staging) and DMZ implementation.
• Validate endpoint and network configurations against defined security baselines.
• Perform initial vulnerability and configuration assessments, documenting results and remediation steps.
• Assist in technical control documentation, baselines, and handover reports to IT teams.
• Collaborate with GRC and IT teams to ensure all technical controls meet compliance requirements.
• Conduct periodic control validation, patch verification, and vulnerability remediation tracking.
• Support incident response, investigation, and post-incident analysis.
• Monitor endpoint, cloud, and network systems to ensure compliance with defined standards.
• Participate in cyber drills, phishing simulations, and readiness exercises.
• Provide technical inputs for quarterly risk assessments and maturity reviews.
• Continuously enhance configurations and optimize controls to address evolving threats.