Virtual Network Security Policy Analyst
Naukri Mitra
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Job summary
Naukri Mitra is hiring a Virtual Network Security Policy Analyst for a remote role. You’ll shape and secure network policies, drive governance, and lead risk-based initiatives from anywhere, with an annual salary of 138,500 USD.
The role emphasizes policy development, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with IT, DevOps, and Legal to meet global regulatory requirements. Strong communication and autonomous work style are valued.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, IT, CS or related field.
- CISSP/CISM/CISA certifications preferred; cloud security certs are a bonus.
- Minimum 5 years in security policy, governance, or cybersecurity operations.
- Experience with compliance programs and internal audits.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable network security policies based on NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
- Update policies to address threats and regulatory changes.
- Conduct internal audits to assess policy effectiveness and alignment.
- Coordinate policy enforcement with IT and compliance teams.
- Draft playbooks, incident response guidelines, and documentation.
- Oversee HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA compliance and risk tracking.
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Job description
Are you a cybersecurity professional passionate about protecting digital landscapes? Join us as a Virtual Network Security Policy Analyst to shape and secure our network policies, systems, and frameworks from anywhere in the world. This fully remote opportunity offers an annual salary of $138,500. As the digital world expands, safeguarding data and building resilient systems is no longer optional—it's mission‑critical. That’s where you come in. Your work will help establish structured, reliable, and forward‑thinking security frameworks that protect everything from cloud infrastructure to internal employee behavior. This position suits individuals who flourish in autonomous roles, appreciate organized frameworks, and aspire to steer strategic security initiatives at a policy level.
- Design scalable network security policies based on NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
- Regularly update and refine policies to address evolving threats and regulatory changes
- Conduct internal audits to evaluate policy effectiveness and alignment with global benchmarks
- Coordinate policy enforcement mechanisms with compliance and IT teams
- Draft playbooks, incident response guidelines, and documentation to support incident handling
- Oversee compliance with cybersecurity regulations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA
- Track, report, and reduce operational and reputational risk across network systems
- Coordinate audit responses and documentation for third‑party vendors and internal governance boards
- Identify high‑risk areas within digital environments and recommend remediation strategies
- Build automated workflows that enforce security requirements across endpoints
- Analyze system alerts, incident logs, and security trends to discover vulnerabilities
- Create detailed monthly reports and visual dashboards for executive leadership
- Use data insights to evaluate incident severity, root cause, and long‑term risk mitigation
- Build threat intelligence summaries to improve proactive protection and threat modeling
- Review user activity, permissions, and access controls for compliance
- Partner with IT, DevOps, and Legal to ensure unified security implementation
- Lead employee awareness training and phishing simulations to promote security‑first behavior
- Communicate policy risks and mitigation plans clearly to business and technical stakeholders
- Collaborate with leadership to balance operational agility with compliance needs
- Serve as the subject matter expert during internal discussions and regulatory reviews
- Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA preferred
- Additional certifications in cloud security (CCSP, AWS Security Specialty) are a bonus
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in security policy, IT governance, or cybersecurity operations
- Proven success managing compliance programs and internal audit cycles
- Experience with threat modeling, incident response, and policy creation at scale
- Deep understanding of industry‑standard frameworks (NIST, ISO, COBIT, CIS)
- Hands‑on experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, and vulnerability scanners
- Proficiency in cloud security tools on platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
- Familiarity with identity access management (IAM), VPNs, and endpoint detection tools
- Skilled in conveying ideas clearly through both spoken and written English, including drafting and presenting security documentation
- Ability to distill complex technical concepts for non‑technical leadership
- Proven experience delivering training sessions and security awareness briefings
- 100% Remote flexibility—work from anywhere with a stable internet connection
- Set your schedule, avoid commutes, and focus on impactful work
- Freedom to lead projects autonomously with meaningful global impact
- Annual salary of $138,500
- Bonus opportunities based on individual and team performance
- Competitive health, dental, and life insurance packages
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and wellness stipends
- Become a core decision‑maker in our cybersecurity architecture
- Lead security initiatives that influence enterprise‑wide strategy
- Take part in sponsored training, conferences, and certification programs
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm
- Vulnerability scanning: Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7
- Documentation and planning: Jira, Confluence, Notion
- Cloud Security Centers: AWS Security Hub, Azure Defender
- Incident response automation: SOAR platforms, security orchestration tools
- Review existing policies, suggest critical updates, and prioritize gaps
- Establish working relationships with IT, legal, and compliance stakeholders
- Take ownership of documentation audit preparation processes
- Launch or improve internal compliance dashboards and training initiatives
- Lead at least one internal or external audit cycle with minimal findings
- Drive measurable improvements in employee policy adherence rates
- Deliver company‑wide policies adopted across cloud and hybrid networks become the central point of policy escalation and review
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to company‑wide policy awareness culture
- Strategic thinker with attention to structure, clarity, and governance
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining precision in compliance work
- Excellent judgment when balancing risk, user experience, and operational needs
- Self‑starter who thrives in a remote‑first environment and makes autonomous decisions
- Team
As a remote policy analyst, I’ve grown in ways I never imagined. My ideas directly influence company‑wide security, and I have the autonomy to make real change. The support, flexibility, and room to lead are unlike anything I’ve experienced before.
Worldwide Career Opportunities: Talented professionals from the USA, Canada, UK, EU nations, Australia, India, and many other regions are encouraged to apply.
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