Trainee - Network Security Engineer

Zoho; Chennai District; On-site; INR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

SNS India is a leading cybersecurity company focusing on information security solutions with expert teams across India. The role involves configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security appliances, monitoring performance, and collaborating with senior engineers to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT, CCNA, and knowledge of TCP/IP and routing. The position is onsite in Chennai, India.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• CCNA certification mandatory; Fortinet NSE1-2 a plus.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, routing & switching.

Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other network security appliances.
• Monitor network engineering performance to ensure system availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving network/security issues.
• Stay updated on the latest security threats, trends, and technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security

Job description

SNS India is a leading cybersecurity company specializing exclusively in information security solutions. With operations across 10+ locations in India, SNS delivers end-to-end cybersecurity services including consulting, implementation, training, and 24×7 SOC support.

Powered by 150+ cybersecurity experts, SNS serves 1,500+ clients with a strong 97% customer retention rate. Our offerings include security consulting, audit & compliance, vulnerability management, and identity & access management solutions.

SNS is an ISO/IEC 27001 certified, Great Place to Work® (GPTW) certified, and CRISIL SME-1 rated organization, recognized with multiple awards across India and the APAC region.

Join SNS and build your career in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries—Cybersecurity.

• Assist in configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other network security appliances.
  
• Monitoring network engineering performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
  
• Configuring and installing various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
  
• Performing network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations.
  
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
  
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
  
• Collaborate with senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving network/security issues.
  
• Stay updated on the latest security threats, trends, and technologies.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  
• Certifications: CCNA Mandatory, Fortinet NSE1-2 are a plus
  
• Good understanding of basic networking concepts – TCP/IP, OSI Model, Routing & Switching.
  
• Familiarity with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
  
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills.