Network Security Engineer SME

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a Network security Engineer at Kyndryl, you will address complex problems and identify potential future issues across various platforms and services. You will work with new technology and modernization projects for significant clients worldwide.As Network security engineer work with multiple teams within organizations to ensure the security of network related hardware and software including network monitoring tools, VPNs and firewalls.

Also take care of every aspect of a network’s security. Identify and address the security gaps in a network. Also create policies to defend network infrastructure in case of a cyberattack and are responsible for quick disaster recovery.

Responsibilities includes:

• You will act as Network Security Engineer on Public Cloud and related technologies for the Customer

• Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization’s data, systems, and networks.

• Troubleshooting security and network problems.

• Responding to all system and/or network security breaches.

• Testing and identifying network and system vulnerabilities

• Evaluating the organization’s security needs and establishing best practices and standards accordingly

• Designing, implementing, maintaining, overseeing, and upgrading all security measures needed to protect organizations’ data, systems, and networks.

• Responding to all security breaches to the network and associated systems.

• Troubleshooting all network and security issues and incidents

• Routinely conduct penetration testing

• Taking appropriate security measures to ensure that the organization’s infrastructure and existing data are kept safe.

• Conducting testing and scans to identify any vulnerabilities in the network and system.

• Taking an active role in the change management process.

• Ensure proper and regular maintenance of firewalls.

• Make sure that web and email security protocols are maintained.

• Track, record, and monitor any security issue.

• Resolve any vulnerability or security issues that may arise.

• Ensure periodic testing of the organization’s network and systems from a security point of view.

• Be aware of the latest threats in the cybersecurity domain to guide and advise the organization regarding the up gradation of systems.

• Put identity and access management (IAM) policies in place to prevent unauthorized access to company data.

• Ensure that systems are back up and running in case of a security attack.

• Make sure that security policies are updated on time and are always up to date.

• Maintain servers, routers, and switches as required.

• Maintain firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, VoIP, and web programs and protocols regularly.

Your future at Kyndryl
There are lots of opportunities to gain certification and qualifications on the job, and you’ll continuously grow as a Cloud Hyperscaler. Many of our Infrastructure Specialists are on a path toward becoming either an Architect or Distinguished Engineer, and there are opportunities at every skill level to grow in either of these directions.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

• At least 8 years’ experience managing large scale Cloud & On-premise Network.

• Good Understanding of routing protocols, Cloud networking concepts

• Expertise in penetration testing, networking, system administration, and operating systems.

• Ability to conduct an in-depth analysis of computer networks and identify any vulnerabilities or gaps in the system. Attention to detail is a fundamental personality trait of a network security engineer.

• Good Understanding of Networking and Security basics

• Good Exposure to Azure, GCP and AWS cloud platform networking & security services.

• Familiar with Cloudflare.

• Certifications Required: Azure Administrator Level Certification (AZ 104), Microsoft Azure Security technologies ( AZ-500 ) Or Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions (AZ-700 )

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• With bachelor's degree or master’s degree

• Preferably having Multiple technology skills years of experience managing accounts

• Hand on experience / understanding of automation through Ansible, Terraform is an added advantage.

• Nice to have deep knowledge in Cloudflare, Aviatrix, Azure NSG, Palo Alto , F5 , NetScaler etc

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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