Security Expert

Radware; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 698,000 - 1,048,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global leader in cybersecurity solutions is seeking a Security Expert to join the Emergency Response Team. The role involves analyzing DDoS attacks, performing traffic analysis, and supporting customers during security incidents. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in application or network security, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a strong customer-oriented mindset. A Master's degree in Cyber Security or a relevant field is preferred, along with familiarity with tools like Wireshark and Kali Linux.

Formación

• Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on experience in application security, network security, or DDoS mitigation.
• Understanding of network design and architecture including LAN/WAN, switches, and routers.
• Solid knowledge of routing and networking protocols including BGP and OSPF.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze and respond to DDoS attacks targeting Layers 3, 4, and 7.
• Perform deep traffic analysis using packet captures, flow data, and logs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine mitigation strategies and improve detection.

Conocimientos

Application security

Network security

DDoS mitigation

Customer-oriented mindset

Strong communication skills

Troubleshooting and diagnostics

Educación

Master’s degree in Cyber Security or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Herramientas

Wireshark

Kali Linux

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Radware is a global leader of cyber security and application delivery solutions for physical, cloud, and software defined data centers.

At Radware, we live and breathe cybersecurity. It is our passion. Each day, our international team works to earn the trust of more than 12,500 organizations around the globe. Keeping them safe is our mission. To that end, we go head-to-head with politically motivated hacktivists, dangerous nation-state threat actors and other notorious cyber attackers — these are not your average adversaries. Backed by nearly 30 years of experience, Radware is best known for its technical excellence and innovative network and application security solutions. That is why it is so important that we build our team with bold and bright talent.

About the Team: The Security Expert will join the Emergency Response Team in Radware’s Managed Services business unit. The ERT Team provides immediate and direct security support for customers under attack, ensuring the continued functioning of protected services and, ultimately, customer satisfaction.

What is the job: The Security Expert fuels the success of customers by serving as the primary contact when timely assistance is needed the most. If you are an energetic, upstart engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and interacting with people under pressure, this could be the position for you.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and respond to DDoS attacks targeting Layers 3, 4, and 7

• Perform deep traffic analysis using packet captures, flow data, and logs

• Identify attack vectors, patterns, and anomalies across network and application protocols

• Troubleshoot complex networking and security issues in production environments

• Support customers during live security incidents with clear, confident communication

• Collaborate with internal teams to refine mitigation strategies and improve detection

• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to incidents outside standard business hours when required

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on experience in application security, network security, or DDoS mitigation

• OR a Master’s degree in Cyber Security or a related field

• Understanding of network design and architecture (LAN/WAN, switches, routers)

• Solid knowledge of routing and networking protocols, including BGP and OSPF

• Deep familiarity with core protocols such as IPv4, TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, VPN, and IPsec

• Practical experience with security concepts and attack methodologies

• Hands-on experience using tools such as Wireshark and Kali Linux

• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills at both network and application layers

• Customer- and service-oriented mindset

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and make sound decisions quickly

• Team-oriented, perceptive, and fast learner

Availability

• Willingness to participate in both evening and Saturday rotations on a regular basis

Advantages

• Prior experience in a DDoS mitigation provider, CDN, ISP, MSSP, or similar environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

• Working knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for analysis or automation

• Formal coursework or certifications in networking or security

• Experience analyzing real production traffic during live attack scenarios

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