IT Security Specialist

Summary

Join Pearl Technologies Ltd, a leading Managed IT Services & Software provider, and become our skilled IT Security Specialist in our expanding Cloud Infrastructure team in India. We offer a supportive environment for growth and development. In this role, you will administer and configure security tools, implement security policies across cloud platforms, and manage web proxies. You will also conduct security audits, respond to incidents, and collaborate with compliance teams. We offer competitive salaries, career growth opportunities, and remote work options. Apply your expertise in IT security and cloud security to help us protect our organization's infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in IT Security with hands-on expertise in firewall management (Palo Alto, FortiGate, Checkpoint), cloud security (Azure, AWS, GCP), and micro-segmentation (Illumio)
• Proficiency in network threat detection and vulnerability assessment using tools like Nessus, Qualysguard, Darktrace, and Azure Sentinel
• In-depth knowledge of IPSec, VPNs, SSL, DNS, NAC, and cloud security platforms

Responsibilities

• Administer and configure security tools including FortiGate, and Cloudflare firewalls, ensuring comprehensive security for cloud workloads, networks, and endpoints
• Implement and manage firewall rules and security policies across cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and GCP, optimizing the organization’s infrastructure protection
• Apply advanced micro-segmentation techniques using tools like Illumio to protect east-west traffic and enhance internal security
• Manage web proxies such as Palo Alto, FortiGate, Cisco Umbrella, and Zscaler, ensuring secure internet access for the organization
• Conduct audits and security improvements for various security tools and devices such as WAF, DLP, APT, IDS, IPS, Firewalls, EDR, CASB
• Perform regular SOC and SecOps maturity assessments, identifying gaps, assessing risks, and recommending mitigation strategies
• Investigate, document, and respond to information security incidents using tools such as Nessus Tenable, Qualysguard, Darktrace, and Azure Sentinel
• Administer and support SD-WAN, VPN Tunnels, and other network security measures across multi-cloud environments, ensuring secure communications
• Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to frameworks like ISO 27001 and SOC 2, creating reports and ensuring audit readiness
• Stay updated with emerging security trends and provide training to employees on information security best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry-relevant certifications such as AWS Security, Azure Security, CEH, PCNSE, and ITIL
• Proven experience in managing complex, secure environments across hybrid infrastructures

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Career Growth
• Remote work