Network Security Engineer - Japanese Speaking

Tech Mahindra; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Mahindra is seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You will design, implement, and manage security measures to protect our network infrastructure, leveraging CCNA skills and Cisco technologies.

Responsibilities include monitoring traffic, conducting vulnerability assessments, and ensuring policy compliance while collaborating with IT teams. The role requires strong communication and independent work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in network security engineering or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions to safeguard the organization data and infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance on network security issues to internal teams.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.
• Document security policies, procedures, and incident reports for compliance and auditing purposes.
• Participate in security training and awareness programs for employees.

Skills

Cisco networking

CCNA

Firewalls & VPNs

IDS/IPS

Network monitoring tools

Security frameworks

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Python

Bash

Job description

Tech Mahindra represents the connected world, offering innovative and customer-centric information technology experiences, enabling Enterprises, Associates, and the Society to Rise. It has 150,000+ professionals working for 1000+ Global Customers (including Fortune 500 companies) in 90 Countries. We’re part of the esteemed Mahindra group, headquartered in India. Under a new CEO, Tech Mahindra is committed to a transformative journey with 'Scale @ Speed' as our guiding principle.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Network Security Engineer with a strong foundation in network security principles and practices. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Cisco networking technologies, particularly with a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing security measures to protect our network infrastructure from potential threats and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions to safeguard the organization data and infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance on network security issues to internal teams.
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.
• Document security policies, procedures, and incident reports for compliance and auditing purposes.
• Participate in security training and awareness programs for employees.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking technologies and protocols.
• Valid Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is a deal breaker.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security technologies.
• Proficient in network monitoring and analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of network security frameworks and best practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with security compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and practices.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks.
• Experience with incident response and forensic analysis.
• Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 7 years of experience in network security engineering or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.