Security Defense

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

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client-facing projects related to network and perimeter security architecture, including transformation initiatives.
• Design secure network models using firewalls, segmentation, remote access, and Zero Trust principles across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Define architecture standards and blueprints tailored to different regulatory and operational contexts.
• Evaluate and compare security products and vendors (ZTNA, NGFW, SD-WAN, SASE), supporting client decision-making.
• Guide clients in the integration of network security into infrastructure, applications, and cloud services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create reference architectures, reusable components, and technology research outputs.
• Contribute to the development of strategic alliances and technology partnerships in the network security domain.

Who You Are

We are looking for a Security Architect with a strong background in Network Security to lead consulting projects focused on the definition and implementation of secure network architectures for our clients. The role covers a wide range of areas including perimeter security, network segmentation, Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Access Service Edge, and cloud network security. You will work across hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud), designing and implementing modern, resilient, and scalable architectures while evaluating technologies, standards, and strategic integrations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in security architecture, with strong emphasis on network security.
• Solid experience designing and implementing:
  • Perimeter security solutions: NGFWs, IDS/IPS, VPN, DMZ architectures
  • ZTNA, SASE, and remote access models
  • Network segmentation and micro-segmentation (on-prem and cloud)
  • Cloud network security across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP
• Deep understanding of networking and security protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, TLS, VPN, SD-WAN
• Familiarity with automation and IaC: Terraform, Ansible, etc.
• Experience with technologies like Zscaler, Netskope, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco.

Preferred Certifications

• Vendor certifications: PCNSE, NSE, CCNP/CCIE Security, Zscaler, Netskope
• Microsoft, AWS or GCP cloud network/security certifications
• CISSP, CCSP

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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